The Scarffenfoote

The Scarffenfoote lives in the Northern Canada and Alaska.   It’s large feet act as natural snowshoes on the frozen landscape.  The Scarffenfoote was prized by hunters who would wrap the long tail around their face and neck to protect from the cold.  These wraps are commonly known as “scarfs” after the Scarffenfoote. Demand for “scarfs” resulted in over-hunting of the animal, and it is now on the endangered species list. Most scarfs are now made from alternative materials such as wool or cotton.