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How to Raise Reindeer
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the primary diet of reindeer?
A) Lichens
B) Grain
C) Grass
D) Hay
  • 2. What type of climate is best suited for reindeer herding?
A) Temperate
B) Arctic and subarctic
C) Desert
D) Tropical
  • 3. What is the approximate gestation period of a reindeer?
A) 9-10 months
B) 7-8 months
C) 11-12 months
D) 5-6 months
  • 4. What is a castrated male reindeer called?
A) Bull
B) Ram
C) Buck
D) Ox
  • 5. What is the term for a young reindeer?
A) Lamb
B) Kid
C) Foal
D) Calf
  • 6. What is the purpose of earmarking reindeer?
A) Identification
B) Decoration
C) Navigation
D) Medical treatment
  • 7. What is a common predator of reindeer?
A) Lion
B) Bear
C) Wolf
D) Tiger
  • 8. What is the approximate lifespan of a reindeer in the wild?
A) 15-20 years
B) 5-10 years
C) 25-30 years
D) 30-40 years
  • 9. What is the primary reason reindeer are herded?
A) Wool
B) Milk
C) Meat and antlers
D) Eggs
  • 10. What is the name for the traditional herders of reindeer in Scandinavia?
A) Swedes
B) Vikings
C) Sámi
D) Norwegians
  • 11. Which of these is a common reindeer disease?
A) Chickenpox
B) Measles
C) Mumps
D) Foot rot
  • 12. What time of year do reindeer typically shed their antlers?
A) Winter/Spring
B) Year-round
C) Fall
D) Summer
  • 13. What is the purpose of reindeer migration?
A) Finding food
B) Avoiding predators
C) Finding mates
D) Socializing
  • 14. What is an important mineral supplement for reindeer?
A) Sugar
B) Salt
C) Spice
D) Pepper
  • 15. What is the best way to protect reindeer from harsh weather?
A) Give them blankets
B) Shave their fur
C) Provide shelter
D) Spray them with water
  • 16. What should be done with injured reindeer?
A) Leave them alone
B) Slaughter them immediately
C) Give them human medicine
D) Seek veterinary care
  • 17. How often should reindeer be checked for parasites?
A) Once a year
B) Only when they look sick
C) Regularly
D) Never
  • 18. What is the ideal size of a reindeer herd?
A) Depends on grazing land
B) Exactly 100
C) As large as possible
D) As small as possible
  • 19. What is an important consideration when selecting a breeding bull?
A) Longest legs
B) Strong genetics
C) Largest antlers
D) Docile temperament
  • 20. How often should reindeer be vaccinated?
A) Every day
B) Once a month
C) Never
D) As recommended by a vet
  • 21. What is the impact of climate change on reindeer herding?
A) Neutral
B) Negative
C) Positive
D) Insignificant
  • 22. What is the purpose of using reindeer herding dogs?
A) Providing warmth
B) Hunting predators
C) Entertainment
D) Herd management
  • 23. What type of fencing is typically used for reindeer?
A) Electric fencing only
B) No fencing
C) Wire or net fencing
D) Solid walls
  • 24. What is a good way to reduce stress during reindeer handling?
A) Yelling and shouting
B) Handle calmly and quietly
C) Using aggressive force
D) Using loud machinery
  • 25. What should be done to prepare for calving season?
A) Isolate the pregnant reindeer
B) Provide a safe calving area
C) Nothing
D) Move the herd to a new location
  • 26. How long after birth should a calf nurse?
A) Never
B) After a month
C) After a week
D) Immediately
  • 27. What are antlers primarily made of?
A) Hair
B) Cartilage
C) Teeth
D) Bone
  • 28. Which sense is most important for reindeer finding food?
A) Smell
B) Taste
C) Sight
D) Hearing
  • 29. Why are reindeer hooves shaped in a particular way?
A) For traction on snow
B) For swimming
C) For climbing trees
D) For running faster on grass
  • 30. What role do reindeer play in the ecosystem?
A) Producers
B) Decomposers
C) Grazers and seed dispersers
D) Apex predators
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