Tom Seaton

Join Tom Seaton, the Lead Biologist for the Alaska Department of Fish and Game's Wood Bison Restoration Project, as he dives into the thrilling challenge of reintroducing wood bison to Alaska. He discusses the legal nuances of buffalo classifications, sourcing animals from Canada, and habitat constraints. Learn about the ecological importance of restoring these animals and the complexities of population dynamics, including the risks of winter mortality and the surprising navigational skills of bison. Tom sheds light on community involvement in conservation and the ongoing efforts to ensure the wood bison thrive.