Wild Boar

Basic Information

Anatomy

he wild boar is a bulky, massively built suid with short and relatively thin legs. The trunk is short and massive, while the hindquarters are comparatively underdeveloped. The region behind the shoulder blades rises into a hump, and the neck is short and thick, to the point of being nearly immobile.

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

The animal's head is very large, taking up to one third of the body's entire length. The structure of the head is well suited for digging. The head acts as a plow, while the powerful neck muscles allow the animal to upturn considerable amounts of soil.

Geographic Origin and Distribution

Found in most regions with abundant plant life.

Scientific Name

Sus scrofa

Lifespan

4 - 5 Years

Average Height

3 - 4 ft

Average Weight

165–220 lb