Everything in nature has a purpose: behind those fashionable-looking spots and stripes lies the perfect camouflage for our newborn tapir boy. After about 8 months, the little one will lose his camouflage and, like his parents, will have a uniform dark brown coat.

The birth itself went smoothly and lasted only a few minutes: “For tapir mom Lisa, this is already her second baby. She’s experienced and is taking loving care of the little one!” says veterinarian Reinhard Pichler. Little Gonzo is a chubby bundle of joy and already weighs 16.2 kg!