Second Tapir Birth
The Sandinista Government, through the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources MARENA, informs the Nicaraguan people with joy about the second birth of a male Tapir calf at the National Zoological Park.
TL;DR
- A male tapir calf named Valentín was born on January 29, 2026, at the National Zoological Park.
- The calf weighed 17 pounds at birth and is currently under the care of veterinarians.
- Valentín is in optimal condition, feeding and adapting to his environment alongside his mother.
- This birth is considered an important achievement for the conservation of the tapir species in Nicaragua.
- The event underscores the success of captive breeding programs as a strategy for wildlife preservation.