How did the railroad companies response to the Buffalo?

Railroad companies played a significant role in the decline of the buffalo population in the late 19th century. They facilitated the rapid expansion of settlers and hunters into the Great Plains, leading to overhunting and habitat destruction. Additionally, railroads often transported buffalo hides and meat to markets, further incentivizing their slaughter. While some companies initially promoted the buffalo as a tourist attraction, the overall impact of railroads contributed to the near extinction of the species.