Tapirs

Tapirs are large mammals that belong to the Perissodactyla order (Galetti et al. 2001). They are the only species currently present from the Pleistocene megafauna, which makes them the ideal mammal capable of dispersing large seeded fruit in Central and South America (Simpson 1980, Eisenberg 1981). Although there are currently four species of tapirs (Norman and Ashley 2000), this essay will focus on the lowland tapir, Tapirus terrestris. It is important to note that the mountain tapir, Tapirus pichaque, will be mentioned along with significant concepts relating to it. It is postulated that although tapirs are mainly generalists, they are capable of focusing on a main food source. As most mammal seed dispersers, tapirs are generalists, as their…

Plant predators, the vicious herbivores of planet Earth have many different adaptations that help ensure their survival in the wild. There are many different types of plant predators who have adapted to survive and live by solely eating plant material. One in such being that of the Tapir. The Tapir is said to be the largest mammal residing in the American rainforests. They feed on a variety of plants and plant material to guarantee that they do not become poisoned by eating too much of a certain…

were wiped out, well that is how these unique animals feel right now. The tapirs have distinctive appearances, special eating habits and they lead solitary lifestyles. Currently, tapirs are endangered animals in Asia. Tapirs are solitary animals with special qualities and adaptations that help them thrive in their natural habitats. Tapirs have a one of a kind appearance and special eating habits. These remarkable animals look like anteaters and once in a while people mistake them as pigs. Tapirs…

Tapirs are interesting creatures that are bizarre looking, while they play a major role within their habitats such as, seed dispersal and nutrient recycling. Although, Tapirs have also become endangered as well as in need of conservation. In spite of this, many don’t know what a Tapir is, what is threatening them, or their role within the habitats. Tapir has the build of a pig combined with the snout that is similar like an elephant, also has striped or spotted coats that camouflage them…

Since finally breaking away from Antarctica and South America approximately 55 million years ago, Australia’s animals have evolved in isolation under the influence of a number of major climatic changes. As a result of this, the Australian continent today contains a diverse and unique collection of fauna vastly different to that found elsewhere in the world. Unfortunately, Australia’s unique biodiversity today faces new and potentially devastating threats, a consequence of a number of…

To start off, I came up with the idea of a tiger as the head, as it is a national symbol, and it is the national animal of Malaysia. While the tiger also indicates bravery and agility in the Malaysian culture. Whereas, I used the orangutan because it is indigenous in the island of Borneo which includes parts of Malaysia. However, the orangutan is often seemed to show happiness and fun. Moreover, I used the Malayan tapir, because it is indeed a unique creature, due to the fact it almost resembles…

The Tropical rainforest is one of these six on earth and it has distinct different characteristics than the other. Tropical rainforest is very interesting. So i will so i will be telling you some cool thing about the tropical rainforest. The Tropical rainforest has different locations. The Tropical rainforest is in the Amazon River, South America, Congo River Basin, Western Africa, Southeast Asia, Central America, Madagascar, and Australia. The Tropical rainforest is huge that's why their are…

The common name for a Black Panther is a panther, leopard, or jaguar. Black Panther’s scientific name is Panthera Pardus or Panthera Onca. They are known for their bright emerald eyes and black coat, but little do you know that’s not the only thing that their known for. The black panther’s top speed that it can run is 71 mph, and weighs in a range from 79lb- 350lb. They like to hunt at night so that they are camouflaged and can’t be seen by their pray or their predators. The panther Domain is…

living predator is a human with a firearm. The jaguar's padded feet make no noise on the forest floor, and the jaguar will not pounce on its prey until it nears it. The jaguar is a mammal and belongs to the family Felidae, a group that has thirty-seven species of wild and domestic cats. Although close to the modern jaguar, the prehistoric one was larger, heavier, and had longer legs. It developed into many subspecies, which most of them have likely died off and are extinct by now. According to…

scientific advancements previously stated, the Indians were not as advanced as the Europeans. For example, the Indians of Mexico used wooden canoes for transportation, while the Europeans used heavily armed vessels. In addition, the Europeans’ guns and cannons could easily defeat the Indians arrows and tomahawks making them almost invincible. Another major difference was the land itself. The land that the Indians inhabited was far different to what the Europeans had across the great Atlantic…