The endangered Malayan tapir calf is starting to explore the outdoors and learn how to swim in his safe and private pool behind-the-scenes with mom Yuna. 💦 Tapirs are naturally good swimmers and use their trunk like snouts as a snorkel when underwater. Stay tuned for updates on our little fuzzy WATERmelon. 🍉 | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

1.7M views · 649 shares | After escaping a conservation center, this tapir needed a lot of help from humans when it got trapped in a pond. | National Geographic | Facebook

65K views · 159 reactions | It’s World Tapir Day! While tapirs can be found in many regions in the world, including Southeast Asia, all tapir populations are in fact facing endangerment. Find out what makes this creature unique and how protecting them helps to reduce biodiversity loss. | MSIG | Facebook

Happy World Tapir Day! 🫶 Tapir populations are unfortunately in decline. To help we are thrilled to support The Lowland Tapir Conservation Initiative, a charity committed helping these unique animals and their habitats 💚 Let's celebrate these remarkable creatures and help safeguard their future! 🫶 #worldtapirday #conservation #tapir #cuteanimals #animallover | Manor House Wildlife Park