Baird’s Tapir Tapirus bairdii
These large, stocky herbivores may look unathletic, but don’t let appearances fool you! Baird’s tapirs excel at wading, swimming, diving and running.
ORIGIN:
Central America
HABITAT:
Rainforests, marshes and mangroves
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
330-660 lbs
Height: 6-8 ft
DIET:
Grasses, fruits, flowers and twigs
PREDATORS:
Jaguars and mountain lions
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Camouflage
REPRODUCTION:
10-month gestation
THREATS:
Habitat loss and human hunting
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 30 yrs in human care
Which of these animals is the Baird’s tapir NOT closely related to?
Zebra |
Rhinoceros |
Donkey | Goat |
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