Two baby buffalo born over the weekend in South Park

Buffalo and newborn baby
Buffalo and newborn baby Photo credit Allegheny County

South Park has welcomed two baby buffalo over the weekend.

One calf was born on Friday, another was born on Sunday.

The calf born on Friday is named Riis after the founder of the Allegheny County Parks system, Paul Riis. The baby born on St. Patrick’s Day is named Roddey, after the County’s first Executive Jim Roddey, who recently passed away.

The herd of Bison have been at the South Park Game Preserve for nearly 100 years.

Baby Buffalo at South Park
Baby Buffalo at South Park Photo credit Allegheny County

The public can visit the game preserve anytime between 7 a.m. and dusk.

On Tuesday and Friday mornings, at 9:30, a public feed is available.

Featured Image Photo Credit: Allegheny County