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Tapirus terrestris

Tapirus terrestris

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Smith Zoo
Smith Zoo 10 years ago

Tapirs have a short prehensile (gripping) trunk, which is really an extended nose and upper lip. Happy World Tapir Day 2013!

Carolina
Carolina 12 years ago

You're welcome Vladimir! You can edit the name by clicking "Edit this spotting" on the top of this page, and when you're done, go to the bottom and press "Save".

VladimirGromov
VladimirGromov 12 years ago

Carolina thanks you !

Carolina
Carolina 12 years ago

It common name is South american tapir :)

VladimirGromov
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VladimirGromov

Rīga, Vidzeme, Latvia

Spotted on May 2, 2011
Submitted on May 2, 2011

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