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|name=South American Tapir
|name=South American Tapir
|originalpic=South American TapirOriginal.jpg
|originalpic=South American TapirOriginal.png
|aka=Brazilian Tapir, Lowland Tapir
|aka=Brazilian Tapir, Lowland Tapir
|name_jp=ブラジルバク
|name_jp=ブラジルバク
|name_rm=burajiru baku
|name_rm=burajiru baku
|firstfeatured=Kemono Friends Festival
|name_sci=Tapirus terrestris
|name_sci=Tapirus terrestris
|distribution=South America
|distribution=South America
|diet=Herbivore
|diet=Herbivore
|lifespan=30-35 years
|lifespan=25-30 years
|wikilink=[[wikipedia:South American tapir|South American tapir]]
|wikilink=[[wikipedia:South American tapir|South American tapir]]
|conservationstatus={{VU}}
|conservationstatus={{VU}}
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|introduction={{quote|I like playing in the water but I'm also good at diving too. Is it surprising? I can't help but to enjoy the heavy feeling... when this dress soak in water... I'm also like to watch everyone covered in mud... Uhm, would you like to be with me?|South American Tapir's introduction}}
|introduction={{quote|I like playing in the water but I'm also good at diving too. Is it surprising? I can't help but to enjoy the heavy feeling... when this dress soak in water... I'm also like to watch everyone covered in mud... Uhm, would you like to be with me?|South American Tapir's introduction}}
'''South American Tapir''' is a type of [[Friend]] that premiered in the fifth official Kemono Friends guidebook. She has yet to appear in any other official media.
'''South American Tapir''' is a type of [[Friend]] that premiered in the [[Kemono Friends Official Guidebooks #Volume 5|fifth official Kemono Friends guidebook]].
|reallife=Brazilian tapir is a species of rhinocero family with a characteristic fleshy trunk, which prehensile and able to grasp objects such as leaves. The trunk of this animal also serves as a snorkel, when the tapir swims. Brazilian tapir was recognized as a separate species in 1758 by Western scientists. Otherwise known as Lowland or South American, this animal is endemic to South American forests. This large mammal currently has the largest area of distribution among all tapirs and is the least threatened species of its genus, which is made up of odd-toed ungulates. The latter exhibit 3 toes on each of their hind feet and 4 toes on either forefoot.
|appearance=South American Tapir wears a dark grey long skirt and ruffled dress, the color of the clothing from the torso to the shoulders is light grey.
 
|t0=No
The natural range of this species covers most of continental South America, stretching east of the Andes. Brazilian tapir geographically occurs from northern Colombia to southern Brazil to northern Argentina and Paraguay as well as in Venezuela, the Guyanas, eastern Peru, and northern and eastern parts of Bolivia. Preferred habitat of this species is moist, lowland rainforest with a constant source of water. However, these mammals have been seen in a wide variety of habitats. Additionally, populations in certain areas travel to higher elevations by the rainy season.
|t1=No
 
|t2=No
Brazilian tapirs generally lead solitary lifestyle, except for the mating season, when they live in pairs as well as mothers and their young, who often travel together. They are mostly nocturnal, spending their daytime hours in shelters, located in the forest. During the night, they leave these shelters to find food. Despite the poor eyesight, these animals perceive their environment through a highly-developed olfactory perception. Brazilian tapirs are generally shy and peaceful animals. However, they are known to display a considerably aggressive behavior when defending their mating rights and home ranges. Communication between conspecifics generally occurs through vocalizations. Brazilian tapirs emit several noises, one of which is the shrieking noise, displaying threat, distress or pain. During the reproductive season, they can often be heard producing clicking sounds, through which they identify themselves to each other. Aggressive attitude is expressed by nasal snorting sound, whereas the puffing sound displays irritation.
|t3=No
 
|t4=No
Brazilian tapirs are herbivores (folivores and frugivores), their diet is generally composed of plant material such as fruits, leaves, buds and shoots. These mammals are known to particularly favor mombin fruits, resembling large plums. They also enjoy large huito fruits, similar to berries as well as fruits of the moriche palm.
|t5=No
 
|t6=No
However, they may be polygynous, since males are known to defend their mating rights, which they do by biting each other on the feet. Breeding occur throughout the year. Gestation period lasts for 335 - 439 days with an average of 380. Females produce a single baby, weighing 3.2 - 5.8 kg. During the first 6 - 10 months of its life, the young tapir is nursed by its mother. Independence is reached at 1.5 years old. Females are ready to produce offspring of their own within 2 - 3 years at birth. There has been known a case of 28 years old captive female, yielding offspring. This is the oldest recorded female of this species to give birth.
|t7=No
 
|t8=No
The biggest threats to the population of this vulnerable species are excessive hunting, harsh competition with livestock as well as deforestation, leading to loss of their natural habitat. Brazilian tapirs are officially protected by the government. Within their range, there are a number of protected areas, where these animals live. Nevertheless, they are still exposed to hunting.
|t9=No
 
|t10=No
When facing a predator, the Brazilian tapir will flee and dive into the water. This animal is an excellent diver, remaining deep under the surface until the predator leaves. Additionally, this mammal is an accomplished swimmer. When foraging, it often moves along the bottom of riverbeds.
|t11=No
|trivia=* A tapir group is referred to as a 'candle'.
|t12=No
 
|t13=Yes
* Tapir species are known to be accomplished swimmers and divers. When foraging, they use these abilities, submerging underwater to find aquatic vegetation, which they consume.
|fesrole=Minor character, playable character
 
|t14=No
* These animals are occasionally referred to as 'living fossils' due to their close resemblance to their extinct relatives.
|t15=No
|t16=No
|t17=No
|t18=No
|t19=No
|t20=No
|t21=No
|t22=Yes
|kf3role=Photo illustration
|t23=No
|t24=No
|t25=No
|t26=No
|t27=No
|t28=No
|reallife=[[File:South American tapir (Tapirus terrestris).JPG|thumb|upright=1.0|left|South American tapir, Cristalino River, Southern Amazon, Brazil. Photo by [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:South_American_tapir_(Tapirus_terrestris).JPG Charles J. Sharp], 2015.]]
The South American Tapir (Tapirus terrestris), or Brazilian Tapir, or Amazonian Tapir, or Maned Tapir, or Lowland Tapir, is Tapir species from South America. South American Tapir is dark brown, paler in the face, and has a low, erect crest running from the crown down the back of the neck. The round, dark ears have distinctive white edges. Newborn tapirs have a dark brown coat, with small white spots and stripes along the body. The South American tapir can attain a body length of 1.8 to 2.5 m (5 ft 11 in to 8 ft 2 in) with a 5 to 10 cm (2.0 to 3.9 in) short stubby tail and an average weight around 225 kg (496 lb). Adult weight has been reported ranging from 150 to 320 kg (330 to 710 lb). It stands somewhere between 77 and 108 cm (30 and 43 in) at the shoulder.
|trivia=*South American Tapir is the largest surviving native terrestrial mammal in the Amazon.
*South American Tapir is an excellent swimmer and diver, but also moves quickly on land, even over rugged, mountainous terrain.
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Latest revision as of 11:08, 23 April 2025

South American Tapir

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ブラジルバク
Character Data
AKA Brazilian Tapir, Lowland Tapir
Romaji burajiru baku
Debut Kemono Friends Festival
Animal Data
Scientific Name Tapirus terrestris
Distribution South America
Diet Herbivore
Avg. Lifespan 25-30 years
Read More South American tapir
Conservation Status iucn3.1 VU.svg.png
South American Tapir Festival Gallery

“I like playing in the water but I'm also good at diving too. Is it surprising? I can't help but to enjoy the heavy feeling... when this dress soak in water... I'm also like to watch everyone covered in mud... Uhm, would you like to be with me?”
—South American Tapir's introduction

South American Tapir is a type of Friend that premiered in the fifth official Kemono Friends guidebook.

Appearance

South American Tapir wears a dark grey long skirt and ruffled dress, the color of the clothing from the torso to the shoulders is light grey.

Series Appearances

Appearances In Kemono Friends Media
Media Role
2018Kemono Friends Festival↪ Minor character, playable character
2019Kemono Friends 3↪ Photo illustration

In Real Life

South American tapir, Cristalino River, Southern Amazon, Brazil. Photo by Charles J. Sharp, 2015.

The South American Tapir (Tapirus terrestris), or Brazilian Tapir, or Amazonian Tapir, or Maned Tapir, or Lowland Tapir, is Tapir species from South America. South American Tapir is dark brown, paler in the face, and has a low, erect crest running from the crown down the back of the neck. The round, dark ears have distinctive white edges. Newborn tapirs have a dark brown coat, with small white spots and stripes along the body. The South American tapir can attain a body length of 1.8 to 2.5 m (5 ft 11 in to 8 ft 2 in) with a 5 to 10 cm (2.0 to 3.9 in) short stubby tail and an average weight around 225 kg (496 lb). Adult weight has been reported ranging from 150 to 320 kg (330 to 710 lb). It stands somewhere between 77 and 108 cm (30 and 43 in) at the shoulder.

Trivia

  • South American Tapir is the largest surviving native terrestrial mammal in the Amazon.
  • South American Tapir is an excellent swimmer and diver, but also moves quickly on land, even over rugged, mountainous terrain.

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