Russian Reindeer circle dance captured by drone camera

Video. Russian Reindeer circle dance captured by drone camera

Drone footage filmed by Russian broadcaster RTR above the village of Lovozero, in Russia's Murmansk region, shows a herd of reindeer moving together like a swirling cyclone.

Drone footage filmed by Russian broadcaster RTR above the village of Lovozero, in Russia's Murmansk region, shows a herd of reindeer moving together like a swirling cyclone.

According to experts, this "dance" is a form of protection. When faced with danger, herds of reindeer stampede in these spinning circles, making it nearly impossible for any predator to target a single animal. Most often, females and cubs can be seen concentrated in the center of the spiral.