The William Temple Hornaday totem as such is constructed from - 1 x Bison and 1 x William Temple Hornaday, the totem is a universal symbol giving power to that which it represents. These totems are magickal, YES indeed, they are not to be forsaken, messed with or abused, dire consequences will follow I assure you.
For a short history of the inspiration for why these totems came to life check out the amazing show "Wild Ones" on 99% Invisible podcast - this episode is truly a beauty, I think wether or not you had an interest in conservation, nature of wildlife you would still get a lot from the episode which is interesting, inspiring and thoughtful, if this does it for you, well then you better get the book "Wild Ones" by Jon Mooallem, what can i say, superb...