Baird's Tapir

Tapirus bairdii

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Perissodactyla · Tapiridae

About

The Baird's tapir, also known as the Central American tapir, is a species of tapir native to Mexico, Central America, and northwestern South America. It is the largest of the three species of tapir native to the Americas, as well as the largest native land mammal in both Central and South America.

Fun Fact

Baird's tapirs are the largest native land mammals in Central America, weighing up to 400 kg, and they are excellent swimmers that use rivers as highways through dense jungle.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical forests

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

25-30 years

Threats

Small Population Size
Illegal Wildlife Trade
Genetic Bottleneck
Habitat Fragmentation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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