Besides the famous elves slaving away at the North Pole all year round, on the big night he can count on his famed reindeer. Over the years and across cultures the number and names, as well as ...

2. Reindeer Have a 20-Year Lifespan A wild adult reindeer or caribou can live up to 20 years in captivity, although the typical lifespan is about 15 years. Males have a shorter life than females ...