Rare Norwegian Lundehund: A Living Fossil of the Arctic

The Norwegian Lundehund, a small Spitz-type dog with origins dating back to the 16th century, is a marvel of evolutionary adaptation. Nicknamed the "puffin dog," this breed’s unique physiology—including six toes, foldable ears, and extraordinary flexibility—made it a legendary hunter of seabirds on Norway’s steep coastal cliffs. Today, with fewer than 3,000 individuals globally, the Lundehund stands as a symbol of resilience and conservation urgency.