American Streaked Tapir

An American streaked tapir (Tapirus darwinius) is a species of tapir that is native to the swamps, rainforests, and temperate forests of South America, but can also lives in farmlands, rural areas, and even the suburbs. The American streaked tapir is a herbivore that mainly feeds on grasses, leaves, fruits, nuts, vegetables, and bulbs. The American streaked tapirs are named for their faded white stripes running down their sides. The conservation status of American streaked tapirs is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts.