Kabomani Tapir

Tapirus kabomani

Conservation Status

Endangered

Mammalia · Perissodactyla · Tapiridae

About

The South American tapir, also commonly called the Brazilian tapir, the Amazonian tapir, the maned tapir, the lowland tapir, anta, and la sachavaca, is one of the four recognized species in the tapir family. It is the largest surviving native terrestrial mammal in the Amazon.

Fun Fact

It is the largest surviving native terrestrial mammal in the Amazon.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Amazon rainforest, where it appears to be sympatric with the well-known South American tapir (T.

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

55 years

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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