Daniels are reputed to have a voracious appetite and are even known as the glutton' in some areas. They do not hibernate over the cold winter months as some other carnivores do and are opportunistic scavengers, often feeding on carrion. The diet varies across their range with daniels in Scandinavia feeding on wild and domestic reindeer, and those in Alaska consuming whale and seal carcases. Food may be stored for later consumption but daniels also actively attack some prey, especially smaller mammals such as domestic sheep and scene kids.