Sulawesi Warty Pig (Sus celebensis) — Near Threatened Mammalia

Sulawesi Warty Pig

Sus celebensis

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Suidae

About

The Celebes warty pig, also called Sulawesi warty pig or Sulawesi pig, is a species in the pig genus (Sus) that lives on Sulawesi in Indonesia. It survives in most habitats and can live in altitudes of up to 2,500 m (8,000 ft). It has been domesticated and introduced to a number of other islands in Indonesia.

Fun Fact

It survives in most habitats and can live in altitudes of up to 2,500 m (8,000 ft).

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits various habitat types including rainforest, swamp, cultivated land and grassland, at altitudes up to 2,500 m (8,000 ft).

Diet

Diet consists mainly of roots, shoots, leaves and fallen fruit, but also includes carrion, invertebrates and small vertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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