Barren-Ground Caribou: Guardians Of The Arctic, Preserving Indigenous Traditions And Ecosystems
Barren-ground caribou (Rangifer tarandus groenlandicus) are iconic mammals, central to the survival of Indigenous communities and Arctic ecosystems. These nomadic herbivores migrate vast distances, facing challenges from climate change and habitat loss. Their populations fluctuate due to hunting, disease, and human impacts. Conservation efforts, rooted in co-management agreements and Indigenous knowledge, aim to protect their…