Tapir
- A large, herbivorous mammal with a short, prehensile snout, native to the jungles of Central and South America and Southeast Asia. Tapirs are related to horses and rhinoceroses and are known for their distinctive body shape and nocturnal habits. nounThe tapir is often found in dense forest regions where it feeds on leaves, fruits, and berries.Conservation efforts are crucial for the tapir, as many species are threatened by habitat destruction.