India, Oct. 2 -- When we think about pregnancy in the animal kingdom, periods can range from just a few weeks to well over a year. But 395 days is an especially long wait for a newborn. So, which animal carries its young for around 395 days?

The answer is surprising, although some other large mammals can also have pregnancies that reach around this length. The gestation period is generally reported at approximately 390 to 395 days.

Which Animal Gives Birth After 395 Days?

The Malayan tapir (Tapirus indicus) is one of the world's four tapir species and is known for its distinctive black-and-white body pattern.

Its pregnancy lasts for roughly 13 months, with gestation commonly reported at about 390-395 days. After this unusually long pr...