They mention reindeer, which are caribou.
The poem “A visit from St Nicholas” (aka “'Twas the Night Before Christmas”) was written by an American.
Is it different outside of North America?
also says “reindeer”
I guess I don’t get what your point is. Caribou are wild, reindeer is generally used for domesticated caribou (at least in North America)
A woman once asked me if I knew the difference between reindeer and caribou. I said “sure, reindeer are domesticated caribou.”
Her reply?
“Well ackshually caribou are wild.”
This exchange occurred in Alaska.
you know dasher and dancer and prancer and vixen… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44bL90HP0Ys&pp=ygUpZ2VuZSBhdXRyeSBydWRvbHBoIHRoZSByZWQgbm9zZWQgcmVpbmRlZXI%3D
The Christmas Song, Nat King Cole!
Although, you’re right, it took me a long time to think of one that actually mentions flight. Even Rudolph doesn’t.
Rudolph with your nose so bright won’t you [???] my sleigh tonight
Guide. They can do that on land.
Listening to Otis Redding at Home During Christmas by Okkervil River
