Smithsonian: How Rudolph Keeps A Cool Head
Photo Credit: Smithsonian
You might not think that keeping cool is a problem for reindeer. After all, they live in cold northern regions, like Norway, Alaska and Siberia (and, of course, at least mythologically, the North Pole). But when they’re really active–running from a predator, say, or pulling Santa’s sleigh–then their nice, warm fur coat becomes a liability. They need a way to cool down their bodies, and especially their brains, before they overheat.
Posted by WILDNEWJERSEY at 12/29/2011 7:00 AM 
Categories: Wildlife
Tags: reindeer cold norway alaska wildlife
Categories: Wildlife
Tags: reindeer cold norway alaska wildlife
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