A 65-year-old man from Washington state, Carl McDaniel, is recovering after being attacked by a bison at Yellowstone National Park, according to reports. The incident occurs on Friday, when McDaniel is reportedly thrown into the air by the animal. Following the attack, McDaniel speaks about what happened and describes the moment in personal terms. Coverage also notes that he expresses concern and kindness toward the bison that attacked him.

The accounts focus on McDaniel’s comments after the incident and do not dispute the central events described: the location is Yellowstone National Park, the animal is a bison, and McDaniel is the injured party. While the reporting highlights his reaction, it provides limited additional details about the extent of his injuries, the circumstances leading up to the encounter, or the response by park staff. Overall, the available information centers on the attack itself and McDaniel’s subsequent statements.