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A small forest-dwelling pig, the Visayan warty pig lives in a social group consisting of a single male (boar), several adult females (sows) and their young. Males tend to be much larger than females. The warts, or fleshy bumps, on a boar’s face are thought to protect it from sustaining a serious injury from a rival male’s tusk.

warty pig side profile

Did You Know?

During the breeding season, the tuft of hair on the boar’s head grows into an impressive head-to-tail mane.

Quick Facts

Latin Name:
Sus cebifrons

Range:
Philippines

Habitat:
Rainforest

Length:
3 to 4 ft

Lifespan:
10 to 15 years

Zoo Location:
Rhino Reserve

Diet:
Fruits, roots and crops

Risk Status:
Species @ Risk (IUCN-Critically Endangered)