For the first time in more than 140 years, bison calves have been born in Banff National Park’s backcountry.
Parks Canada said the first calf was born on Saturday in the Panther Valley area and two more have since made their debut.
The calves and their moms are doing well despite heavy snow in the area over the past few days, said Banff resource conservation manager Bill Hunt.
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