Copenhagen Zoo houses Malayan tapirs, also known as skaberak tapirs, in an enclosure designed to mimic their natural rainforest habitat. The exhibit features lush vegetation and water areas, reflecting the tapirs' preference for aquatic environments.

The zoo has a successful breeding history with Malayan tapirs, celebrating the birth of its 14th calf in recent years. This achievement is significant, considering fewer than 50 Malayan tapirs reside in European zoos, with only three to four calves born annually.

In collaboration with Malaysian authorities and the University of Copenhagen, the zoo has radio-tagged several tapirs to monitor their movements in the wild. This research aims to enhance understanding of tapir behavior and inform conservation strategies.