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Winter has arrived, and across the planet, wildlife embraces the challenges of the season. Creatures great and small are adapting, exploring, and finding opportunity in the cold. Some glide across icy rivers, others play or hunt on snow-covered plains, and all showcase nature’s incredible resilience and ingenuity. Step into the frozen world of Wild Winter, all month long on National Geographic WILD UK Wind Winter begins from Sunday 7th November from 7pm, on National Geographic WILD UK | National

As winter approaches and the wind drives temperatures down to minus 30 degrees Celsius, most animals have already migrated to survive, but the reindeer remain. Their double-layered coat provides insulation, and their wide, splayed feet act as natural snowshoes, helping them navigate the mountain plateau in search of the best winter food. Much of the time, they lie still to conserve energy, but when the wind drops, the herd comes alive. At this time of year, it is the females who take charge. Wit