White-lipped peccary
A species of White-lipped peccary Scientific name : Tayassu pecari Genus : White-lipped peccary
White-lipped peccary, A species of White-lipped peccary
Scientific name: Tayassu pecari
Genus: White-lipped peccary
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Description
The whiskered peccary (Tayassu pecari) is a type of umbilical pig.
General Info
Lifespan
9-24 years
Diet
White-lipped peccary exhibits frugivorous tendencies, the bulk of its diet comprising fruits, particularly those of the palm species. It also feeds on leaves, stems, roots, and occasionally small animals, diversifying its dietary resources.
Appearance
White-lipped peccary is a large-bodied animal with a robust and pig-like shape. Adult individuals display dark brown to black fur that's coarse and thick. Distinctive white or pale grey patch found on the throat, lower jaw, and upper chest identifies white-lipped peccary. It possesses a long snout and a small tail. No significant differences are noted between genders, age groups, or subspecies.
Behavior
White-lipped peccary displays highly social behavior, often forming large herds of 50-100 individuals. This species is primarily diurnal, foraging for food, such as cacti, fruits, roots, and the occasional small animal, during the day. Distinctively, white-lipped peccary communicates using strong odours, with individuals marking their territory via glands located near their eyes and back.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Family
Peccaries Genus
White-lipped peccary Species
White-lipped peccary 
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