Watch as our endangered female Brazilian Tapir calf born on July 29, 2014, explored her exhibit for the first time on August 22. Pershing and the baby had been kept off exhibit in their holding area to allow time for the baby to bond with mom and to grow stronger.
The calf is on display everyday at the Zoo with her parents, Pershing and Pico, in the South American exhibit. However, they have access to their indoor shelters, so they might not always be visible. Tapirs tend to be the most active in the morning and evening.
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