Tonka, a tapir who lived at the Bergen County Zoo since 2003, has died

The Bergen County Zoo announced the death of Tonka, a 25-year-old Baird's tapir who has lived at the zoo since 2003.

Beloved 25-year-old Baird’s tapir dies at N.J. zoo

A 25-year-old Baird’s tapir died this week at the Bergen County Zoo, according to a Facebook post from the zoo. “Tonka” arrived at the zoo in 2003 at the age of 3 and lived five years longer than the ...
Times of San Diego

Endangered Baird’s Tapir Calf, as Yet Unnamed, Born at San Diego Zoo

The San Diego Zoo has announced that female Baird’s tapir Luna gave birth to a female calf in early June — and the baby needs a name. The prehensile-nosed calf and her mother can now be seen sharing a ...
SanLuisObispo

Endangered species known for masterful camouflage gives birth at CA zoo. See the baby

The Baird’s tapir calf and her mom, Luna, spend their time grooming, nursing and exploring. Ken Bohn San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Luna, a Baird’s tapir at the San Diego Zoo, is a new mom. In a ...
WSAZ

Zoo announces birth of endangered Baird’s tapir

CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) – The Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia is welcoming a rare edition to the family. “We’re excited to announce the birth of a female Baird’s tapir. She was born on ...
Charlotte Observer

Endangered species known for masterful camouflage gives birth at CA zoo. See the baby

Luna, a Baird’s tapir at the San Diego Zoo, is a new mom. In a video recently released by the zoo, Luna follows her curious calf — a female, born June 3 — as she explores her habitat. The stocky ...