Montana Turned a Million Acres of Dead Ranchland Back to Prairie — Then the Bison Changed Everything

Montana’s vast prairie was once home to millions of roaming bison. Now, an ambitious restoration effort is bringing these iconic animals back to the grasslands they once shaped. But what happens when bison return to landscapes transformed by generations of ranching? From healthier native grasses and richer biodiversity to the return of wildlife, discover how these powerful animals are helping restore one of North America’s most important ecosystems.