Arctic Norway's climate change impacts force Sami reindeer herders to buy extra feed for their animals due to altered weather patterns.

As climate change impacts Arctic Norway, Sami reindeer herders must feed their animals due to changing weather patterns. Rain is now falling in areas that previously only experienced snow, creating a layer of ice that hinders reindeer's access to lichen buried beneath the snow. This forces herders like Nils Mathis Sara to purchase extra feed for their reindeer to ensure their survival in harsh winter conditions.

April 04, 2024
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