tapir
US /ˈteɪ.pɚ/
UK /ˈteɪ.pɚ/
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a nocturnal, herbivorous mammal, native to tropical America and Southeast Asia, with a short, prehensile snout and a heavy, tapering body.
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The Malayan tapir is easily recognized by its distinctive black and white coat.
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Baby tapirs have striped and spotted coats for camouflage.