The tapir is an unusual animal with a long history. It’s hard to miss, thanks to its stocky body and distinctive trunk-like snout. Even though tapirs live on land, your best bet for finding one is to ...

Tapirs use their trunks for many different reasons! The versatility of the appendage helps tapirs survive by assisting with foraging and defense. Their flexibility helps to grasp objects, improving ...

Tourists camping at Kaeng Krachan National Park saw a rare Malayan tapir rummaging around near their tents at night, officials said. Screengrab from Facebook video shared by the Public Relations ...