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ASCII Art Bison: Copy and Paste
A bison with a large hump, shaggy fur, and short, curved horns. Below are three sizes you can copy straight to clipboard, in your choice of character set. Each size downloads as a text file or a PNG.
Small (37 cols x 14 lines)
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Medium (55 cols x 19 lines)
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Large (73 cols x 25 lines)
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Bison ASCII art often roams into nature-focused Discord servers, historical forums, or conservation-themed Reddit posts. The prominent hump and shaggy fur are the most defining features that translate effectively. The medium size works well for a forum signature or a blog comment. Bison are iconic symbols of the American Great Plains.
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Frequently asked questions
Is bison ASCII art suitable for a GitHub README file?
Yes, it can add a unique visual element to a README, especially for projects with a rugged or nature-inspired theme. The large size makes a good header.
How do I ensure the humped silhouette is clear on different platforms?
Always paste the art into a context that uses a monospace font. This preserves the spacing and ensures the bison's distinct silhouette, especially its hump, remains clear.
Source emoji silhouette by OpenMoji (CC BY-SA 4.0). ASCII conversion by inkmeascii.com.