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Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus)Re

Reindeer (Rangifer tarandus)

(944 words)
December 25, 2025

Reindeer is a species of deer that inhabits the Arctic regions of northern Europe, Siberia and northern North America. In North America it is also known as caribou. Reindeer populations vary in herd size depending on the region and have numerous subspecies with names specific to their geographic ranges. The Labrador reindeer, Porcupine reindeer, Finnish forest reindeer and Svalbard reindeer like are still extant, bringing the total number of subspecies to 14 including two that have gone extinct.

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Oğuzhan Özdemir

Oğuzhan Özdemir

Bone Comb

Bone Comb

(1050 words)
December 8, 2025

Bone combing is the art of making combs from animal horns. The bone comb, among the important traditional crafts of Sivas and passed down through generations as a valued heritage, is a significant part of our cultural legacy. Since it is made from horn, the bone comb possesses a natural structure and exhibits properties compatible with the human body.The bone comb from Sivas has been granted a geographical indication certificate by the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office (TÜRKPATENT). This regis

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Hatice Senem Turan

Hatice Senem Turan

To go through the horn ear

To go through the horn ear

(244 words)
December 1, 2025

To Outgrow One’s MentorThe expression "boynuz kulağı geçmek" is used to describe a situation in which a student, apprentice, or child surpasses their teacher or parent in success, talent, or knowledge. Let us examine the origin and usage of this expression.Where Does It Come From?The origin of this expression is rooted in the pastoral and animal husbandry traditions commonly found in Anatolia. While observing the growth and development of animals, it was noticed that the horns of a young animal

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