Buddy The Beefalo Captured, Will Go To Animal Sanctuary

PLYMOUTH, CT — After more than eight months on the run, Buddy the Beefalo has been caught.

Buddy the Beefalo is a cross between a bison and domestic cattle. Police have been attempting catch the 1,000-pound animal since Aug. 3, 2020, when he managed to escape from a slaughterhouse in Massachusetts, according to WTNH.

Police said in a Facebook post that capturing Buddy was the "result of a community effort from spotting him, feeding him throughout the winter and to the experts who were able to make the final capture."

Buddy will be taken to Massachusetts for a full veterinary exam. From there he will be transported to Critter Creek Farm Sanctuary in Gainesville, Florida.

"We would like to thank all those who brought this adventure to a successful resolution," police wrote. "Without everyone’s donations this would not be possible. Thank you for all your continued support and we wish Buddy safe travels and happy life."

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