Embarking on a reindeer migration safari presents an unparalleled opportunity to experience one of nature's most ...

Just in time for Christmas, a pair of reindeer have found a home at the Lake Superior Zoo. Jingle and Snowflake are woodland ...

Yule, also known as Winter Solstice, is a traditional festival celebrated by many cultures, particularly those with Pagan or Germanic roots. It marks the ...

Blitzen, also spelled Blixen and Blixem, is named after lightning. The name also comes from a Dutch word meaning lightning. Santa's reindeer were never officially named until the 1823 release of the ...

As reindeer fur is broader than other deer fur, with a larger hollow cavity, it probably also supports buoyancy. Perhaps it ...

Dasher and Dancer, Prancer and Vixen, even Donner and Rudolph — in all likelihood, they’re all female. The key piece of ...

Santa and his reindeer deliver gifts to children around the world in just one night. At least, that’s according to folklore.

With all the post-election distractions, I was late for my annual visit with Elvin Elfenhousen, Santa’s lead helper and ...

Calves are weaned at approximately six months, and young reindeer easily keep pace with their herd’s migration. If startled ...

Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Forget the open-air sleigh overloaded with gifts and powered by a tuckered herd of flying reindeer. Santa ...