Tapir - Brazillian (Mojo)

The Mojo Brazilian Tapir figure captures the sturdy build, flexible snout, and gentle appearance of South America's largest native land mammal. Its realistic proportions and natural standing pose accurately reflect this important rainforest herbivore.

The Mojo Brazilian Tapir measures: 4" L x 2.2" H

Mojo Brazilian Tapir Product Review

This Mojo Brazilian Tapir features a natural standing pose that highlights the species' rounded body, sturdy legs, and distinctive flexible snout. Fine sculpting captures the thick skin and subtle body contours, while the carefully hand-painted dark brown coat gives the figure a realistic woodland appearance. Small rounded ears, expressive eyes, and accurate proportions further enhance the lifelike presentation, making this an excellent representation of this elusive rainforest mammal.

The realistic anatomy, detailed sculpting, and carefully applied hand-painted finish make this figure an excellent addition to wildlife collections, educational displays, or South American rainforest exhibits.

Brazilian Tapirs in Real Life

The Brazilian tapir (Tapirus terrestris), also known as the South American tapir, is the largest terrestrial mammal native to South America. It inhabits tropical forests, wetlands, and river systems throughout much of the Amazon Basin and neighboring regions, where it feeds on fruits, leaves, aquatic plants, and other vegetation.

Its most distinctive feature is the short, flexible snout, which functions like a small trunk to grasp food and detect scents. Brazilian tapirs play a vital ecological role as seed dispersers, helping regenerate forests by spreading the seeds of many plant species over long distances. Although generally solitary and shy, they are excellent swimmers and often seek refuge in rivers and ponds when threatened.

Part of the Wildlife Series by Mojo.

Made of durable synthetic material by Mojo. Hand Painted.

Suitable for Ages 3 and Up.

Product Code: MOJO-381023
Model Number: Mojo #381023
Brand: Mojo