South American tapirs / by Rachel Lynette ; consultant, Dr. Mark C. Andersen, professor, Department of Fish Wildlife and Conservation Ecology, New Mexico State University.
Includes bibliographical references (page 24) and index.
Contents
Meet a tapir calf -- What is a tapir? -- Where do tapirs live? -- At home in the water -- A special snout -- Giving birth -- Blending in -- Finding food -- All grown up.
Audience
Ages 6-9.
Summary
Introduces South American tapirs, describing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cycle, and how they protect themselves from predators.