Tapirs are often called “living fossils” because they have changed very little since the Eocene Epoch, which was between 56 ...

The San Diego Zoo is celebrating the birth of a baby Tapir cub, and they're now looking for help in finding the perfect name. On June 27, 2024, the San Diego Zoo shared a video to its official ...

Wild Wonders. Amazing Newborn Tapir Joins the Animal Kingdom Adventure. Posted: February 19, 2025 | Last updated: February 19, 2025 "ZooEarthTV brings you incredible animal interactions, amazing ...

Ume, a rare Malayan tapir, just turned one month old at Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. With her giant eyes and bright spots, Ume has blown up online as a social media star.

World Tapir Day is observed every year on April 27 to raise awareness about tapirs, one of the world's most unique and ancient animals. In 2025, World Tapir Day will again remind people why it is ...

The 20-pound girl was born Feb. 2, making her the second tapir to be born at the zoo in its 120-year history, McClatchy News reported. “Mom and baby are thriving behind the scenes, ...

It’s the second time a tapir has been born at the zoo since it opened 120 years ago, zoo officials said. The 20-pound healthy newborn is currently “nursing and bonding” with its mother, Yuna.

Growing up to 700 pounds, the South American tapir, or lowland tapir, is a vital member of rainforest ecosystems. These cartoonish critters become known as “forest gardeners” due to their ...

JOHOR BARU: Custom-made Malayan tapir bookshelves are making their rounds in rural Johor schools in a charming effort to get children excited about reading.

A MALAYAN tapir has been chosen as Selangor’s environmental mascot in recognition of its crucial role in sustaining the state’s tropical biodiversity.