Population Dynamics in Two Subpopulations of Reindeer in Svalbard

This paper deals with animal density, age and sex distribution, and mortality patterns in two subpopulations of Svalbard reindeer which have been protected since 1925. Animal densities of 5.6 and 4.0 animals per km2 productive area are higher than those reported from other reindeer- or caribou-inhabited areas. The reason for the high densities might be (1) low activity and hence lower