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Planet Zoo 2 European Bison
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the European Bison in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
European Bison requirements
| Continent | Europe |
|---|---|
| Biome | Taiga, Temperate |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 420 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 105 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 15 m² |
| Temperature | -15 to 28 °C |
| Group size | 2–13 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 1.25 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Near threatened |
At 420 m² of land, the European Bison needs more land than 50% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
European Bison space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (13 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 13 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 420 m² | 105 m² | 1680 m² |
Shelter: 15 m² per animal.
European Bison barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 1.25 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
European Bison species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 2 m, female 1.83 m |
Setup checklist for an European Bison habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the European Bison as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 420 m², plus Land 105 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 1.25 m high.
- Keep the temperature within -15 to 28 °C and theme the area as Taiga, Temperate.
- Plan a group of 2 to 13 animals.
Animals that can live with the European Bison
Next to each species: the temperature range both animals accept, from their Zoopedia ranges (European Bison: -15 to 28 °C).
Thriving with (0)
The Zoopedia lists no species in this group.
Neutral with (2)
A pair counts as thriving if either animal's Zoopedia page lists it as thriving. A shared habitat still has to suit every species in it.
Compare with
Put the European Bison next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: Eurasian Beaver, Eurasian Brown Bear, Eurasian Lynx, Golden Eagle.
FAQ
How much space does an European Bison need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 420 m² for the European Bison, plus Land 105 m² for each additional animal, and 15 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does an European Bison need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the European Bison needs a temperature of -15 to 28 °C and a group size of 2–13, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with an European Bison in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists 2 compatible species for the European Bison. Neutral: Red Deer, Wild Boar.