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Physical Characteristics: Size & Weight: Snout: Ears & Eyes: Skin & Hair

Pigs are highly intelligent and social animals with a strong sense of smell and a varied diet, capable of thriving in different environments. They have been domesticated for over 9,000 years, with various breeds developed for specific traits. While wild boars are more aggressive and adapted to survival, domestic pigs are generally cleaner and form close bonds with humans.

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Physical Characteristics: Size & Weight: Snout: Ears & Eyes: Skin & Hair

Pigs are highly intelligent and social animals with a strong sense of smell and a varied diet, capable of thriving in different environments. They have been domesticated for over 9,000 years, with various breeds developed for specific traits. While wild boars are more aggressive and adapted to survival, domestic pigs are generally cleaner and form close bonds with humans.

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Physical Characteristics

 Size & Weight: Pigs vary in size depending on breed. Domestic pigs can weigh
between 100 and 700 pounds, while wild boars tend to be leaner and more muscular.
 Snout: Their strong, sensitive snouts help them root for food and detect scents from
far away.
 Ears & Eyes: Pigs have excellent hearing but relatively poor eyesight.
 Skin & Hair: Their skin is tough but sensitive to sunburn, so pigs enjoy wallowing in
mud to stay cool and protect their skin.

Behavior & Intelligence

 Highly Intelligent: Pigs are considered one of the smartest animals, capable of
problem-solving, memory recall, and even learning tricks.
 Social Animals: They form close bonds with other pigs and humans, displaying
affection and communication through grunts, squeals, and body language.
 Cleanliness Myth: Despite their reputation, pigs are naturally clean and will avoid
soiling their sleeping areas when given enough space.

Diet & Digestion

 Omnivores: Pigs eat a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, roots, insects,
and small animals.
 Strong Digestive System: Their ability to process diverse foods makes them easy to
raise in different environments.

Domestication & Breeds

 Domesticated for Over 9,000 Years: Pigs were first domesticated in Asia and the
Middle East, later spreading worldwide.
 Popular Breeds: Includes Yorkshire, Duroc, Berkshire, and Tamworth, each bred for
specific qualities like meat production or adaptability.

Reproduction & Lifespan

 Fast Breeders: Sows give birth to large litters (6–12 piglets) after a short gestation of
about 114 days.
 Lifespan: Wild pigs live around 10 years, while domestic pigs typically live 6–8
years unless raised for meat.

Wild Pigs vs. Domestic Pigs

 Wild Boars: More aggressive and adapted for survival in forests and grasslands.
 Feral Pigs: Domestic pigs that return to the wild can quickly adapt, growing thicker
fur and becoming more aggressive.

Pigs & Humans

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