Caribou, a wild member of the deer family, are native to most parts of Alaska. Reindeer, a 'type of domesticated caribou, were originally imported from Siberia during the late 19th century
Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) are semi-domesticated caribou. Although similar, there are fundamental differences between reindeer and their wild cousins, caribou. Reindeer are shorter and stouter. Reindeer bulls are smaller than caribou bulls, but cows may weigh the same as caribou cows. Coloration differences may be too subtle to notice between many reindeer and caribou, however, reindeer tend to be lighter with occasional pinto or white haircoats. The nose bridge, or face, of reindeer are flatter than caribou. Reindeer tend to stay in more cohesive groups. When herded or chased they tend to run in a tight group, whereas, caribou are often scattered. These traits are the result of domestication. It is believed they have been domesticated in Eurasia for at least 7,000 years, which is longer than the horse (Edwards, 1994). In Eurasia reindeer are classified as either domesticated or wild. Only in North America are 'wild reindeer' called caribou.
2006-09-08 01:12:28
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answered by SassyGurl 3
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rudolf the red nosed reindeer, had a very shiny nose ........
2006-09-08 04:07:58
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answered by marikit _ako 2
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