Collared peccary
A species of Peccaries, Also known as Musk hog, Cozumel collared peccary Scientific name : Pecari tajacu Genus : Peccaries
Collared peccary, A species of Peccaries
Also known as:
Musk hog, Cozumel collared peccary
Scientific name: Pecari tajacu
Genus: Peccaries
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Description
The collared peccary stands around 510–610 millimetres (20–24 in) tall at the shoulder and is about 1.0–1.5 m (3 ft 3 in–4 ft 11 in) long. It weighs between 16 and 27 kg (35 and 60 lb). The dental formula is as followed: 2/3,1/1,3/3,3/3. The collared peccary has small tusks that point toward the ground when the animal is upright. It also has slender legs with a robust or stocky body. The tail is often hidden in the coarse fur of the peccary. 
General Info
Lifespan
9-15 years
Diet
Collared peccary primarily subsists on a variety of plant matter, concentrating on fruits, nuts, and bulbs. Its sharp, chisel-like teeth are adept at breaking open hard-shelled foods. As an opportunist, it also consumes small animals, insects, and carrion when available.
Appearance
The collared peccary is a medium-sized mammal with a robust, pig-like body and a somewhat elongated snout. It possesses coarse hair that is generally dark brown or black. The collared peccary has a distinguishing white band of fur across its shoulders and upper front legs. Males and females are similar in size and color. Notably, the collared peccary possesses a small, straight tail and sharp canine teeth that can be seen when the mouth is open.
Behavior
Collared peccary is a gregarious species, forming bands of around 6-9 individuals. They are diurnal, consuming a diverse diet of fruits, roots, and small animals. Marking territory with scent glands, collared peccary communicates largely through olfaction. Survival tactics include scattering in all directions when threatened, to confuse predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
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