What should be paid attention to in the natural reproduction of tapirs? Experienced old farmers tell you that it is worth collecting.
Reproductive characteristics. The tapir reproduces viviparously, with a gestation period of about 360-410 days, 1-2 litters per litter, and is usually sexually mature at 1-2 years of age. Female tapirs generally come into estrus in spring and autumn, and the estrus period is mainly between February and April, and September and November. Male tapirs can be in heat all year round, but they are more likely to come into heat in spring and autumn.
Female tapirs usually choose to give birth near water sources or in swampy areas, as these places are conducive to the survival and growth of the tapirs. The female tapir completes fertility and lactation alone until the baby tapir can survive on its own.
During breeding, male tapirs compete for the right to mate with females through fierce competition. To attract female tapirs, males emit a low roar and a strong smell. Female tapirs also release special scents during estrus to attract male tapirs.
Breeding environment. The breeding environment of tapirs requires sufficient humidity and concealment to protect female tapirs and tapirs from predators. In addition, the breeding environment also needs to have a good water source to ensure the drinking water needs of the female tapir and the tapir.
In order to increase the success rate of reproduction, it is necessary to keep the breeding environment quiet and safe. Avoid noisy activities during the breeding season so as not to disturb the female and male tapirs. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain the hygiene of the breeding environment and clean up the feces and other wastes in time to prevent the spread of diseases.
Feeding management. Under the conditions of captivity, the reproduction of tapirs needs to pay attention to the temperature and humidity control of the breeding environment to meet the living needs of tapirs. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure the quality and sufficiency of feed, especially the supply of protein and vitamins, in order to maintain the health of tapirs and increase the reproductive rate.
In order to promote estrus and ovulation of female tapirs, technical means such as artificial insemination and embryo transfer can be carried out. The application of these technologies requires professional technical and equipment support to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the operation.
Protective measures. The tapir is an endangered species, so effective conservation measures are needed to increase reproduction rates and protect populations. For wild populations, ecological protection and restoration efforts need to be strengthened to reduce the disturbance and damage of human activities. For captive-reared populations, it is necessary to strengthen feeding management and disease control to improve the reproduction rate and survival rate. At the same time, it is necessary to carry out publicity and education work to raise the public's awareness of tapir and protection.
In addition, it is also necessary to strengthen international cooperation and exchanges, jointly study the ecological and reproductive characteristics of tapirs, and formulate effective conservation measures and policies to promote the conservation and sustainable development of tapirs.
In short, the natural reproduction of tapirs requires attention to the problems of reproductive characteristics, breeding environment, feeding management and protection measures. Only through scientific conservation and management measures can the recovery and development of tapir populations be promoted, and the survival and reproduction of this rare species can be protected.