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Red River Hog — printable fact sheet
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Red River Hog
Potamochoerus porcus
The Red River Hog is a striking wild pig native to the forests and savannas of West and Central Africa. Distinguished by its bright reddish-orange coat, black legs, and distinctive white facial markings, it is one of the most colorful members of the pig family. Red River Hogs ar…
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- Despite their wild appearance, Red River Hogs can sometimes interbreed with other wild pig species, such as the bushpig, in areas where their ranges overlap.
- Red River Hogs are excellent swimmers and often wallow in mud to keep cool and protect themselves from parasites. Their long, tufted ears and facial warts are thought to play roles in both communication and defense. These hogs are known for their playful and curious behavior, especially when foraging.
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