Long-term dynamics and current population condition of the reindeer (Rangifer tarandus Valentinae) in the Altai-Sayan highlands

The territorial placement and the number of the forest reindeer (Rangifer tarandus valentinae) within the Russian part of the Altai-Sayan highlandsare considered in the article. On the basis of literary data the retrospective analysis of the spatial changes and numerical indicators of population for the last 80 years is carried out.