The wild reindeer (Rangifer tarandus: Cervidae, Mammalia) on the arctic islands of Russia: a review

A declining trend in the population of wild reindeer (Rangifer tarandus) on Arctic islands, particularly Novaya Zemlya and Wrangel Island, has been identified. This review synthesizes existing data with recent research to highlight the species' abundance, diet, and ecological status in these remote regions, while also noting the impact of domestic reindeer grazing. The study underscores the need for further investigation into isolated populations to better understand and mitigate population declines.

Mizin, I. A., Sipko, T. P., Davydov, A. V., Gruzdev, A. R.,. (2018). The wild reindeer (Rangifer tarandus: Cervidae, Mammalia) on the arctic islands of Russia: a review. Nature Conservation Research, 3(3). https://doi.org/10.24189/ncr.2018.040