For centuries, herders followed their reindeer. Now, their animals follow them

Key Points

• Changing climate conditions force herders to adapt their practices, particularly in winter.
• Herders now need to feed their reindeer during winter, altering long-held traditions in animal husbandry.
• Intensive land use plays a role in the changing dynamics of reindeer herding, affecting the entire ecosystem.
• These shifts may threaten traditional ways of life, highlighting the urgent need for adaptation strategies.

Abstract