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Feral Hog

Sus scrofa

Photo by AshleyT
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Field Notes

Description:

They can be brown, black, or red and develop tusks as they get older.

Habitat:

They are native to Eurasia, but were brought to the US for food, and have thrived ever since. They occupy a wide range of habitats and are considered a nuisance in most places they occur.

Reference Links:

TPWD: Feral Hogs

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PublishedMarch 22, 2013

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