While they resemble pigs with trunks, tapirs are related to horses and rhinoceroses. The last time it was seen goes back to 1914, but its recent resurgence has made local Brazilians happy.

Tapirs are often called “living fossils” because they have changed very little since the Eocene Epoch, which was between 56 and 33.9 million years ago.

Speaking of size, the world's largest tapir is the Malayan tapir, the black-and-white species pictured above. It's found in Malaysia and Sumatra and can grow to be as heavy as 800 pounds (363 kg). 8.

Trainee keeper, Josh Luxton applies a black tar substance to Brazilian tapir Meena as part of her regular foot care check. Sign up to FREE email alerts from BirminghamLive ...

The tapir, South America's largest land mammal, plays a key role in maintaining the biodiversity of forests and wetlands. Conservation biologist Patrícia Medici works to protect this elusive species.

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Camera trap photo of a tapir and a domestic dog in southern Mexico. Researchers have documented conflict between between a tapir and a dog in Mexico, highlighting the impact of encroaching human ...