Warthogs
July 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Warthog (Phacochoerus aethiopicus ) is a wild member of the pig family that lives in the plains and open woodlands of Africa. They are the only widely recognised species in their genus, though some authors divide them into two species. On that classification, P. africanus is the Common Warthog and P. aethiopicus is the Cape or Somali Warthog. Warthogs are identifiable by the two pairs of tusks on their head, which are used as weapons against predators. They eat grass, berries, bark, roots, and carrion. One can spend many hours at a waterhole watching these animals perform their antics. This is another uncommonly tough animal that requires a well-placed shot to prevent it from disappearing down an unused den.
Warthogs
Warthogs are members of the same family as domestic pigs, but present a much different appearance. These sturdy hogs are not among the world’s most aesthetically pleasing animals—their large, flat heads are covered with “warts” which are actually protective bumps. Warthogs also sport four sharp tusks. They are mostly bald, but they do have some sparse hair and a thicker mane on their backs. click here to read more