EN Herbivore Rainforests, Grasslands
150–400 kg
Weight
25–30 yrs
Lifespan
48 km/h
Top Speed
Central and South America
Found In
Endemic to Central and South America, the Baird's Tapir is a herbivore species inhabiting rainforests, grasslands habitats. Weighing 150–400 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Baird's Tapir | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 275 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 135% |
| Height | 91.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 48 km/h | 40 km/h | ↑ 20% |
| Avg Speed | 48 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 27.5 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 22% |
Endemic to Central and South America
Habitat: Rainforests, Grasslands
Found In: Central and South America
Coloration: Brown, Black
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 390–395 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 25–30 years
An Endangered Species
EN Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 31 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Endangered Species
Ranked #5 of 31 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
| 6 | Okapi | 200–350 kg | EN |
| 7 | Tiger | 100–390 kg | EN |
| 8 | Bengal Tiger | 220–260 kg | EN |