Bornean bearded pig
A species of Pigs, Also known as Western bearded pig Scientific name : Sus barbatus Genus : Pigs
Bornean bearded pig, A species of Pigs
Also known as:
Western bearded pig
Scientific name: Sus barbatus
Genus: Pigs
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Description
The bearded pig (Sus barbatus) is a Southeast-Asian mammal species from the family of the swine (Suidae).
General Info
Lifespan
20-30 years
Diet
Bornean bearded pig's diet largely revolves around plant matter, particularly roots and tubers. It has a noteworthy fondness for eating ripe fruits, nuts, seeds, and indulges in occasional insect larvae, demonstrating an omnivorous diet.
Appearance
Bornean bearded pig are medium-sized wild pigs covered in a dense coat of bristly fur, which ranges from black to reddish-brown. Distinctive facial features include a long snout, small eyes, and prominent, downward-curving tusks present in males. They possess a slender body with strong, short legs lastly ending with hoofed toes. The hair surrounding their face and neck is often lighter, creating a beard-like appearance, giving them their common name.
Behavior
Bornean bearded pig exhibits a largely nocturnal and solitary lifestyle, but sometimes forms loose aggregations. It primarily feeds on roots, tubers, and invertebrates, using its snout to root around for food. Bornean bearded pig territories are marked using secretions from head and neck glands, and conflicts are avoided through mostly ritualized behaviors. Males dominate in size, but social structure is matriarchal.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
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