Which region in the United States was Wood Bison once extirpated from due to historical overhunting?
Answer
Alaska
The United States presence of the Wood Bison is overwhelmingly concentrated in Alaska. Historical records indicate that the subspecies was completely wiped out, or extirpated, from this territory largely as a result of overhunting activities that occurred historically. The modern existence of Wood Bison in the US is a direct consequence of significant comeback efforts managed primarily by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game, involving translocations of animals sourced from successful Canadian populations to re-establish viable herds in areas like Delta Junction and Farewell.
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