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Scientists have found traces of reindeer in the Lapland forest reserve
Scientists have found traces of reindeer in the Lapland forest reserve
30 september 2022
Experts from the WWF-Russia and the Karelian Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences conducted a field trip to a specially protected natural area in order to study the distribution and use of habitats by wild reindeer.
A survey of the coast and the territory adjacent to Lake Lovno, which is part of the Laplandsky Forest reserve, showed that reindeer actively use these habitats in the summer-autumn period. Scientists have noted the ubiquitous presence of reindeer footprints on beaches and trails. Fishing site users and tourists said they regularly see deer in these areas.
Inspection of the mountain areas adjacent to the coast also confirms the presence of reindeer in this area. In summer, in the mountains, animals find both a sufficient amount of food - all tundra areas are covered with reindeer moss, and salvation from blood-sucking insects. Animals often move along the same routes, their paths are well defined and are found in different mountainous areas adjacent to the coast of Lake Lovno.
In addition, during the trip, experts noticed traces of a brown bear and even a wolf. Local fishermen said that last year they heard the howl of these predators here. By the way, there were practically no tourists this year. Scientists noted the low impact of the anthropogenic factor in the summer-autumn period.
WILD REINDEER OF THE KOLA PENINSULA
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