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Wild Boar

Sus scrofa

Description:

I found a wild boar in Clinton, LA in the woods at my grandparents land. The scientific name is Sus scrofa. Although wild boars originated in Europe they’re found in almost every continent except Antarctica and can survive in many different climate types. The average boar can range between 176lbs - 386lbs and can run up 30mph. Males tend to be larger than the females of the same age, with the size difference becoming more apparent as the animal age. Female boars are social animals that tend to live in groups called sounders which is made up of females and their offspring. Males tend to leave after reaching maturity and join with groups during mating season. Wild boars are omnivorous, they mostly eat plants, crops, fruits, nuts, and rodents but have been known feed on small calves, lambs, and other livestock when the opportunity presents itself. They communicate vocally, using growls to indicate aggressive behavior and squeals to show excitement and that they're approachable. They tend to keep snouts on the ground in search of food which can impede their ability to smell, making it harder to smell possible danger. Due to their eyes located on side their head their peripheral vision is better than most.

Habitat:

Wild boars are found in every continent except Antarctica, but they originated in Europe and Asia. Wild boars can survive in many different habitats like grassy savanna areas, wooded forests, agricultural area, and swamp lands but do require a nearby water source. They rather warm temperature climates and generally avoid extreme heat or cold. The population density may be limited by food sources in areas with extreme cold winter temperatures and snowfall.

Notes:

Wickline, Kristin. “Sus scrofa (Wild boar).” Animal Diversity Web, animaldiversity.org/accounts/Sus_scrofa/ Barrett, Reginald. “Wild Pigs.” Wild Pig Sus Scrofa biology and damage management information, Internet Center for Wildlife Damage Management, icwdm.org/handbook/mammals/wildpigs.asp. “Wild Boar.” A-Z Animals - Animal Facts, Pictures and Resources, a-z-animals.com/animals/wild-boar/.

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Sean19

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Spotted on Nov 2, 2017
Submitted on Nov 14, 2017

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