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Tapir Chows Down on Delicious Branches

Posted August 26, 2020 by Sam Wilber & filed under Bringing the Zoo to You.

Our Baird’s tapirs have favorite types of plants to browse on, and Tupi was recently caught on camera with one of his favorite snacks: pepper tree! Despite more leafy branches being available, he… more ›

You’re Invited to an Online Film Premiere!

Posted August 15, 2020 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Conservation.

The Baird’s Tapir Survival Alliance, supported in part by Reid Park Zoo, collaborated with a dozen regional conservation organizations to create a video highlighting the initiative for Baird’s tapir conservation. You won’t want… more ›

Tapir Holds Her Breath Underwater

Posted August 2, 2020 by Sam Wilber & filed under Bringing the Zoo to You.

Did you know that Baird’s tapirs can hold their breath underwater for several minutes? Our tapir care staff recently caught this cute moment with Tessa relaxing in her pool!

Tapirs Enjoy Relaxing in Their Pool

Posted July 22, 2020 by Sam Wilber & filed under Bringing the Zoo to You.

Some days being a tapir in a cool pool sounds like the best possible thing to be. Enjoy these three minutes of tapir calmness.

More ‘Dates’ for our Two Tapirs

Posted July 11, 2020 by Sam Wilber & filed under Bringing the Zoo to You.

Our two Baird’s tapirs, Tupi and Contessa, are continuing to spend time together in their habitat. Though tapirs are normally more solitary, these ‘dates’ between Tupi and Tessa are important for encouraging breeding… more ›