
Warthog - Wikipedia
Phacochoerus is a genus in the family Suidae, commonly known as warthogs (pronounced wart-hog). They are pigs who live in open and semi-open habitats, even in quite arid regions, in sub-Saharan …
Warthog | African, Savannah, Tusks | Britannica
Warthog, (Phacochoerus aethiopicus), member of the pig family, Suidae (order Artiodactyla), found in open and lightly forested areas of Africa. The warthog is a sparsely haired, large-headed, blackish or …
17 Wildest Warthog Facts - Fact Animal
The warthog is the only pig that is adapted to live and graze in savannah type habitats. They like more open areas and do not generally inhabit forests, rainforests and areas of dense undergrowth. …
Warthog - African Wildlife Foundation
What is a warthog? The warthog is a tough, sturdy animal. Males weigh 9 to 23 kilograms (20 to 50 pounds) more than females, but both are distinguished by disproportionately large heads and “warts” …
Warthog - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
Lions, cheetahs, leopards, painted dogs, hyenas, and eagles all like to snack on a warthog when they get a chance. Warthogs have longer legs than other swine. This allows them to run away from these …
Warthog Animal Facts - Phacochoerus africanus - A-Z Animals
May 27, 2024 · A large member of the swine family, the warthog is an animal species that is best known for its four sharp tusks and padded bumps, or warts, on its face. The females of the species are quite …
Warthogs: Facts, Diet, Habitat, Threats, & Conservation | IFAW
There are two warthog species, the widespread common warthog and the desert warthog. Common warthogs have larger tusks and more extensive manes than their desert cousins, and are commonly …
Warthog - National Geographic Kids
With four tusks and large shovel-shaped heads, warthogs look fierce, but they often avoid fighting predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards, wild dogs, or hyenas by running away or dodging...
Warthog - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Everything you should know about the Warthog. The Warthog is a wild pig native to Africa. The Warthog has sharp tusks, and a mane down its neck and back.
Warthog - San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers
Warthogs will eat grass, roots, berries, tree bark, insects, eggs, and even animal carcasses. Warthogs also live in woodland and grassland. Warthogs are very strong, smart animals. Unlike many of their …