Have you ever met a reindeer? These animals are found in snowy places all over the world, although they aren’t always called by the same name. In the United States and Canada, a wild reindeer is called a caribou. Reindeer (or caribou) live in groups called herds, and their specially shaped hooves help them trek through snow, swim in bodies of water, and dig for food [1]. If you do see a reindeer, listen closely! Their ankles make a clicking sound when they walk, which may help them stick together as a pack [2]. Thank you to a Festive Polar Bear for contributing their gingerbread reindeer artwork! Check out the resources below for more cool facts about reindeer/caribou.
Artwork contributed by a Festive Polar Bear (anonymous).
Other Resources:
Caribou – Rangifer tarandus | NatureWorks | NH PBS
‘Click’ Through For Some Caribou Fun Facts | Defenders of Wildlife
What’s the Difference: Reindeer vs. Caribou | National Parks Service
Caribou and reindeer: Habitat, diet, and interesting facts | IFAW
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References:
[1] International Fund for Animal Welfare. (n.d.) Caribou. Caribou and reindeer: Habitat, diet, and interesting facts.
[2] Heun, C. (2024, June 6). ‘Click’ Through For Some Caribou Fun Facts. Defenders of Wildlife. ‘Click’ Through For Some Caribou Fun Facts
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