Animal Stories Across The World… The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd in Glenmore, Highlands of Scotland

Exclusive Interview by Karen Beishuizen
Photo Credits: Alex Smith, Hen Robinson, John Paul and Neil McIntyre

The Cairngorm Reindeer Herd in Glenmore, Scotland is a herd of around 150 reindeer. Reindeer are herbivores and eat a wide range of vegetation. This includes grasses, herbs, sedges and tree leaves. Their favorite food, and the most important part of their winter diet, are lichens. The reindeer spend night and day out on the mountains, all year round. They...