Lowland tapir
Tapirus terrestris
Characteristics
- Origin
South America
- Habitat
tropical and subtropical lowlands east of the Andes, always near water
- Diet
Tapirs feed on leaves, fresh shoots, aquatic and marsh plants and fruits.
- Status
no exact stock data known
- Size
220 cm
- Weight
250 kg
- Gestation period
13 months
- Achievable age
up to 30 years
Threat Categories of IUCN
Did you know that ...
... tapirs, are the largest mammals of South America,
... they look like pigs, but are related to rhino and horse
... and that they are excellent swimmers and can even dive?
