5 – Reindeer Moss Lake George (photo by Steve Young) May 8, 2017 4032 × 3024 Likin’ the Lichens in New York State Reindeer moss (Cladonia rangiferina) in the winter. Despite the name, this is actually a lichen. There are many similar species of Cladonia that can be seen in New York State Parks. (Photo by Steve Young, NYNHP)