Dzen Tree Farm - Where Family Traditions are Made

Reindeer are native to Northern Europe and Asia
Reindeer were moved into Alaska in the 1980s to boost the economy
Reindeer are cousins to the Caribou
Reindeer are the only deer species in which both the male and female have antlers
Reindeer shed their antlers every year
Reindeer have hair that is air filled. Their hair is an excellent insulation, which makes them great swimmers and allows them to lay down in snow without melting it or getting wet
Reindeer do not have sweat glands, so they pant like dogs to lose body heat
Reindeer can run up to 35 mph
Reindeer like to eat willow (a small bush) and lichen (moss)