Herbivore with a short proboscis LA Times Crossword Clue Answer
We have the answer for "Herbivore with a short proboscis" LA Times crossword clue which contains 5 letters. The answer is TAPIR.
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Updated Nov 29, 2024
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Herbivore with a short proboscis LA Times crossword clue
Find today's LA Times answer for Herbivore with a short proboscis from the November 29, 2024 Puzzle. Get the answer here!
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The answer is TAPIR.
The answer to the clue "Herbivore with a short proboscis" is TAPIR. A tapir is a large herbivorous mammal found in Central and South America, as well as Southeast Asia. It is known for its distinctive, short proboscis, or trunk-like nose, which is used to grasp leaves, fruit, and other vegetation.
Despite its appearance, the tapir is more closely related to horses and rhinoceroses than to elephants. The clue emphasizes the tapir's herbivorous diet and its unique, short proboscis, making it the correct answer.
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