Habits & Habitats
A group of reindeer which travels together.
herd
This purpose for reindeer is one shared by the Northern people and Santa.
transportation
What type of animal is a reindeer?
a) mammal b) reptile. c)amphibian
a) mammal
Where do reindeer live?
Arctic and subarctic
Are any two snowflakes the exact same?
no
Cold, far north region of the globe which is home to reindeer.
What is the Arctic?
This part of the reindeer is used to make tents, bedding, boots and clothing.
What do reindeer have on their heads?
antlers
Can reindeer swim?
yes
How many branches do the majority of snowflakes have?
6
Animals, like reindeer, who eat a plant-based diet.
What are herbivores?
Reindeer contribute to the food supply of the Lapps by providing
meat milk
What do we call reindeer feet?
a) Paws b) Hooves c)Tarpans
b)hooves
What do reindeer eat
grass, lichen, shrubs, moss
What does Wilson Bentley consider to be a treasure?
snowflakes
Plantlike organism found under the snow and eaten by reindeer.
What is lichen?
This part of the reindeer is often used for making tools, dolls and cooking utensils.
antlers
Why do reindeer have thick fur?
To keep them warm during freezing weather
Name an animal that hunts reindeer.
polar bear, wolf, eagle
Why was it difficult for Wilson to photograph snowflakes?
They melted, broke easily, or evaporated before he could take the picture.
What is a baby reindeer called?
a) Calf b) Colt c)Fawn d)Pup
Calf
Name 4 body parts of a reindeer that are used by humans
antlers, meat, milk, fur, hide, blood
Reindeer have a special _______ that warms the cold air that they breathe.
a) Mouth b) Nose
when males loose antlers _____
females_____
young males ______
December
summer
spring
What was Wilson's "gift to the world?"
His book and photographs of snowflakes.