Wildlife
Antelope Island State Park provides a habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Despite its name, the park is most famous for its herd of Bison. The size of the Antelope Island Bison Herd ranges from 550 to 700 animals and is controlled by an annual bison round-up. The Antelope Island Bison Herd is one of the oldest and largest in the United States. The park is also home to Jackrabbits, Pronghorn, Bobcats, Mule deer, Coyotes, and several species of rodents. The island and Great Salt Lake attract migrating birds. The inland grasslands on the island provide habitat for Chukars, Burrowing Owls, Long-billed Curlews and several species of birds of prey.
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