Amazing Facts about Baird's Tapir

The video presents eight fascinating facts about Baird's tapir, an ancient species with ancestors dating back 35 million years. It is the national animal of Belize, known locally as the mountain cow, and is related to horses and rhinoceroses. Baird's tapir has unique physical traits, including 14 toes and a flexible nose for feeding. Weighing up to 700 pounds, its population is declining due to habitat destruction. Named after a naturalist who studied it in 1843, Baird's tapir highlights the importance of conservation efforts for endangered species.

How long have the ancestors of Baird's Tapir been around?

• 35 million years

• 20 million years

• 50 million years

• 10 million years

Which country has Baird's Tapir as its national animal?

• Honduras

• Guatemala

• Belize

• Mexico

What is Baird's Tapir commonly called in Belize?

• Mountain cow

• Jungle horse

• River rhino

• Forest elephant

How many toes does a Baird's Tapir have on its front feet?

• Five

• Six

• Four

• Three

What is the primary use of Baird's Tapir's flexible nose?

• Digging

• Swimming

• Eating leaves and fruits

• Climbing

What is the maximum weight a Baird's Tapir can reach?

• 500 pounds

• 600 pounds

• 800 pounds

• 700 pounds

What is the main threat to the survival of Baird's Tapir?

• Disease

• Habitat destruction by humans

• Predators

• Climate change

Who was Baird's Tapir named after?

• An explorer from Guatemala

• A famous zookeeper

• A naturalist who explored Mexico

• A scientist from Belize