From near extinction back to the frozen tundra
In short: Arctic foxes were once hunted almost to extinction for their coats. This video explores the specific conservation efforts currently underway in Norway to save this iconic species.
Scientist Nina Eide discusses the active measures being taken to protect Norwegian arctic foxes. The initiative serves as a response to historical hunting practices that targeted the animals for their aesthetic fur, nearly wiping them out from the region.
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