Current:Home > NewsSurpassing:Tampa welcomes unique-looking (but adorable) baby endangered Malayan tapir: See photos -Quantum Capital Pro
Surpassing:Tampa welcomes unique-looking (but adorable) baby endangered Malayan tapir: See photos
Algosensey Quantitative Think Tank Center View
Date:2025-04-10 04:51:36
Florida welcomed one unique-looking baby animal on SurpassingTuesday morning when an endangered Malayan tapir was born, ZooTampa announced Friday.
The Malayan tapir is an endangered species, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources Red List. As of 2014, there were less than 2,500 in the world.
But ZooTampa at Lowry Park added one more with the birth of a calf overnight Monday. The unnamed baby was born to mom Ubi after a 13-month pregnancy, and both are doing well.
“Malayan tapirs are endangered, and any addition is a significant conservation achievement," said Chris Massaro, Senior vice president of zoologicaloOperations at ZooTampa, said in a statement. "Our goal is that when guests see these amazing animals that they will connect with them in ways that inspire action to save the world’s endangered wildlife."
What is the rarest animal in the world?See the list of top 10 most endangered species.
Tapir calf hanging out with mom 'Ubi and dad 'Albert'
The Malayan tapir is the largest among the Tapir family, according to the Malaysia Biodiversity Centre. They have a fleshy nose for picking up leaves and feeding themselves, and adults are recognized by their two-tone, black and white body.
But this baby will keep its unique stripes and spots for the first six months.
The calf was born to Ubi, 18 years old, and dad Albert, who is 13. The two were paired as part of an Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, according to ZooTampa.
The species faces threats from disruptions to its natural habitat in Malaysia through agriculture, development and human intrusion. ZooTampa said guests can help tapirs by buying sustainability sourced palm oil.
veryGood! (2628)
Related
- Could Bill Belichick, Robert Kraft reunite? Maybe in Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2026 class
- Denmark to proclaim a new king as Queen Margrethe signs historic abdication
- As Israel-Hamas war reaches 100-day mark, here’s the conflict by numbers
- Deion Sanders wants to hire Warren Sapp at Colorado, but Sapp's history raises concerns
- The FBI should have done more to collect intelligence before the Capitol riot, watchdog finds
- 'Berlin' star Pedro Alonso describes 'Money Heist' spinoff as a 'romantic comedy'
- Deion Sanders wants to hire Warren Sapp at Colorado, but Sapp's history raises concerns
- Elementary school teacher fired over side gig as online sex coach in Austria
- At site of suspected mass killings, Syrians recall horrors, hope for answers
- Scientists to deliver a warning about nuclear war with Doomsday Clock 2024 announcement
Ranking
- Nearly half of US teens are online ‘constantly,’ Pew report finds
- Dog rescued after surviving 60-foot fall from Michigan cliff and spending night alone on Lake Superior shoreline
- Leon Wildes, immigration lawyer who fought to prevent John Lennon’s deportation, dead at age 90
- In Iowa, GOP presidential candidates concerned about impact of freezing temperatures on caucus turnout
- Intel's stock did something it hasn't done since 2022
- See how people are trying to stay warm for Chiefs vs. Dolphins at frigid Arrowhead Stadium
- Are banks, post offices, FedEx, UPS open on MLK Day 2024? Is mail delivered? What to know
- 4th person dies following Kodak Center crash on New Year's Day in Rochester, New York
Recommendation
Military service academies see drop in reported sexual assaults after alarming surge
Wife of slain Austin jeweler says daughter-in-law Jaclyn Edison got away with murder
From a ludicrously capacious bag to fake sausages: ‘Succession’ props draw luxe prices
'All of Us Strangers' is a cathartic 'love letter' to queer people and their parents
North Carolina trustees approve Bill Belichick’s deal ahead of introductory news conference
Wife of slain Austin jeweler says daughter-in-law Jaclyn Edison got away with murder
Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes has helmet shattered during playoff game vs. Miami
Mia Goth sued by 'MaXXXine' background actor for battery, accused of kicking his head: Reports