Reindeer vary greatly in size and color from the smallest, the Svalbard reindeer (R. (t.) platyrhynchus), to the largest, Osborn's caribou (R. t. osborni). Although reindeer are quite numerous, some species …

Dec 3, 2025 · Reindeer, species of deer found in the Arctic tundra and adjacent boreal forests of Greenland, Scandinavia, Russia, Alaska, and Canada. There are two varieties: tundra reindeer and …

1 day ago · Reindeer herder Juha Kujala says he’s losing many of his animals to wolves. Finnish scientists suspect the predators are crossing from Russia, where the war in Ukraine means fewer …

Did you know, reindeer are the only deer species in which both male & female can grow antlers? Discover more reindeer facts with Nat Geo Kids

Dec 15, 2025 · Have you ever wondered if reindeer are real because they're linked to Santa Claus? Well, guess what? They totally are! These amazing fluffy animals with big antlers live in chilly areas …

Explore the different types of reindeer and gain a deeper appreciation of these creatures beyond their holiday symbolism.

Reindeer, also known as caribou in North America, belong to the deer family Cervidae. They are uniquely adapted to thrive in the harsh Arctic and subarctic environments of Eurasia and North America.

Dec 6, 2022 · Reindeer and caribou are the same species (Rangifer tarandus). In North America, they are called caribou if they are wild and reindeer if they are domesticated. In Europe, they are called...

1 day ago · In preparation for Christmas, we put together your comprehensive reindeer guide on their favorite foods, what to know about Santa's and more fun facts.

The reindeer (Rangifer tarandus), also known as the caribou in North America, is a species of deer with circumpolar distribution. Reindeer occur in both migratory and sedentary populations, and their herd …