tapiridae (Meaning)
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tapiridae (n)
tapirs and extinct related forms
Synonyms & Antonyms of tapiridae
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tapiridae Sentence Examples
- Tapiridae, the family of tapirs, are large mammals found in forests of Central and South America.
- The four species of tapiridae are the mountain tapir, Baird's tapir, lowland tapir, and Brazilian tapir.
- Tapiridae have distinctive prehensile noses that enable them to grasp leaves and other foliage.
- These mammals have a strong sense of smell and hearing, but their eyesight is poor.
- Tapiridae are omnivorous and feed on a variety of plant matter, including leaves, fruits, and shoots.
- They are also known to eat insects, snails, and small vertebrates.
- Tapiridae are solitary animals that primarily forage and sleep alone.
- However, they do form temporary groups during mating season.
- The conservation status of tapiridae varies depending on the species, with some being listed as vulnerable or endangered.
- Habitat loss and poaching are major threats to the survival of tapiridae.
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tapirs and extinct related forms
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Tapiridae, the family of tapirs, are large mammals found in forests of Central and South America.
The four species of tapiridae are the mountain tapir, Baird's tapir, lowland tapir, and Brazilian tapir.
Tapiridae have distinctive prehensile noses that enable them to grasp leaves and other foliage.
These mammals have a strong sense of smell and hearing, but their eyesight is poor.
