American buffalo
Noun
Meaning
large shaggy-haired brown bison of North American plains
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Though "bison" might be considered more scientifically correct, as a result of standard usage, "buffalo" is also considered correct and is listed in many dictionaries as an acceptable name for American buffalo or bison.
Officially, the "American buffalo" is classified by the United States government as a type of cattle, and the government allows private herds to be managed as such.
The name "buffalo" is listed in many dictionaries as an acceptable name for American buffalo or bison.
In 2006, the United States Mint began producing the American Buffalo gold bullion coin with a purity of 99.99%.