Bushpig

Potamochoerus larvatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Suidae

About

The bushpig is a member of the pig family that inhabits forests, woodland, riverine vegetation and cultivated areas in East and Southern Africa. Probably introduced populations are also present in Madagascar. There have also been unverified reports of their presence on the Comoro island of Mayotte. Bushpigs are mainly nocturnal. There are several subspecies.

Fun Fact

They occur up to 4,000 metres in altitude on Mount Kilimanjaro.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed on the falling fruit and peels.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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