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SMALL BOAR

Sus scrofa meridionalis

Photo by Stefano
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Description:

there are substantial differences between the subspecies meridionalis and continental types pig. The Sardinian wild boar lives mainly associated with scrub and forest environments and preferably near water sources pig. Compared to continental types showing a greater preference for dense vegetation, so it is more difficult to find in open spaces. It feeds on acorns, legumes, fruits of the bush, roots and tubers, however, can vary greatly in their diet during the year pig. Being omnivorous predator behaves as a child, especially at the expense

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Yes great shot (bellissimo scatto)..the heart of Sardinia is full of these species..quanti anni avrà avuto questo cuccioletto? (any idea of the age in these shot)
So cute, looks as though he could be the star of a movie.
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PublishedSeptember 7, 2011

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