Mammals · Rare
Baird's tapir
Danta
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Endangered and shy across most of its range, but relatively visible around Corcovado's Sirena station, where tapirs sometimes rest near the trails in daylight.
Where to look
- Primary rainforest
- Wetlands
- High-elevation forest
When
Year-round; Sirena sightings are most reported in the drier months.
Watching it ethically
- Give tapirs a wide berth — they are large animals and can charge if cornered.
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