Iceland is a paradise for all kinds of wildlife, from sea mammals like whales and seals to land animals like reindeer and foxes. Not to mention some of the largest bird populations in the world. | Iceland Travel

12K views · 308 reactions | How many of these beautiful creatures have you seen in real life?  The harsh Arctic climate in Iceland means that only the toughest and most adaptable species thrive here ️️❄️流 Some were even here far before humans set foot in Iceland! 力 Others migrate and prefer to only spend summers in and around Iceland 諸 Fair enough! 略 | Guide to Iceland | Facebook

The Arctic fox is the only native land mammal on Iceland. Despite active volcanoes, limited forest cover, and an extreme northern climate, the Arctic fox has managed to eke out a living on this island since the last Ice Age.Arctic foxes are dimorphic, which means they can exhibit one of two phases—brown or white. They are the lone canine to undergo a change in coat color from summer to winter. The white Arctic fox begins molting in early July to expose its summer fur, which is fawn-colored and b