Meet the reindeer, also known as the caribou in North America — one of the most iconic and resilient creatures of the frozen Arctic. Built for extreme survival, this magnificent animal thrives in places few others can endure. With thick double-layered fur to trap heat and broad, snowshoe-like hooves, the reindeer moves effortlessly across icy landscapes and swims through freezing rivers. In winter, it uses its strong hooves to dig through deep snow and uncover hidden lichen — its favorite food s