Common warthog
Phacochoerus africanus
ok. 74 cmAdult male
at the shoulder
at the shoulder
- Mass
- 50–150 kgZakres gatunku; samce większe
Common warthog — size comparison
The common warthog is an African pig of savannas, grassland plains and open scrub. It has relatively tall legs, a broad flattened head, skin growths and curved
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Height
Ground barkReference values · details in the profiles
HeightScale in cm
020406080
approx. 74 cm
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Common warthog — size comparison — facts and sources
The common warthog is an African pig of savannas, grassland plains and open scrub. It has relatively tall legs, a broad flattened head, skin growths and curved tusks. It feeds on grasses, roots and tubers, occasionally taking small animals.
When cropping short grass it may rest its forequarters on the wrists. Females form family groups, while males are more often solitary. The raised tail is conspicuous during escape.
It enters burrows backwards, allowing defence of the entrance with head and tusks. Skin is sparsely haired, with a long mane along the neck and back.
Animal Diversity Web podaje 63,5–85 cm w barku i 50–150 kg. Plansza używa zaokrąglonego środka, 74 cm w barku. Kły, grzywa oraz uniesiony ogon nie są częścią pomiaru.