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Meet Ume the Malayan Tapir at Minnesota Zoo | Minneapolis News
Meet Ume, a one-year-old Malayan tapir making her debut at the Minnesota Zoo—part of a vital conservation effort to save an endangered species. Arriving from Washington, she’s already charmed keepers with her curious, playful nature and is now officially on display in the indoor Tropics Trail exhibit. Her arrival ties into the Species Survival Plan, helping maintain genetic diversity for a species with fewer than 2,500 left in the wild. The zoo’s ongoing commitment shines through, as they previously helped relocate a male tapir named Tuah to Seattle. While outdoor areas remain closed due to…
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