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there are two answers to your question my friend, because the phrasing of the question lacks a general direction...
1-The Tapir are on the endangered species list because their population number has reached a low number and continues to lessen, which is quite sad.
2-Tapir's are becoming endangered because of Malayan poaching and the advance of surrounding civilization on it's habitat.
What else can I help you with?
Is the tapir endangered?
YES
Is the tapir an endangered animal?
Yes. There are four species of tapir and all of them are listed as being either endangered or vulnerable.
Are Malay tapir endangered?
Yes!
Are Malayan tapirs endangered?
yes, the Maylayan Tapir is now endangered because of habitat loss. :(
Is the Malay tapir endangered?
Yes because of habitat loss [:^(]
What has caused the Malayan Tapir to become endangered?
loss of habitat
Where can find tapir animal to buy?
You cannot own Tapir as there is only 4 remaining species, all of which are endangered or vulnerable.
Where to get a tapir?
You cant 'get' a tapir but you can see them in captivity tapirs are incredibly endangered so lots of zoo's are breeding them so any zoo will do
Do people eat tapirs?
Humans have been known to hunt the tapir for its meat and skin. Some species of tapir are threatened or endangered for this reason.
Is the Malay tapir enangered?
Yes, the Malayan tapir is endangered. The biggest threat to its survival is habitat loss. They are occasionally hunted, albeit illegally, which makes matters worse.
Why should humans be concerned about tapir becoming endangered?
Because humans are responsible for their diminishing natural habitat !
Where is the Malayan Tapir located?
The Malayan Tapir is called the Asian Tapir. That gives a clue to there location. It is native to Asia, and is the largest of all the Tapir species. It has an odd Panda look about it, from the black and white markings, or the white saddle across it's back, while the rest of it's hair is black. It is listed as "endangered" according to the IUCN Red List. For more details, please see sites listed below.
