Warthog - Wikipedia
Warthog. This article is about the animal. For other uses, see Warthog (disambiguation). 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 Africa.
Common warthog - Wikipedia
The common warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is a wild member of the pig family found in grassland, savanna, and woodland in sub-Saharan Africa. [1] [2] In the past, it was commonly treated as a subspecies of P. aethiopicus, but today that scientific name is restricted to the desert warthog of northern Kenya, Somalia, and eastern Ethiopia. [3]
Warthog - National Geographic
Discover the animal that inspired Pumbaa's character in “The Lion King.” Learn where the “wart” in “warthog” comes from.
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” — thick protective pads that appear on both sides of the head.
Warthog - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Warthogs are charismatic pigs native to Africa. They may not be bringing home any beauty pageant awards, but these spunky creatures are strong and intelligent. Of African wildlife, warthogs are extremely flexible and capable of adapting to change, which is one major reason their populations are stable. Read on to learn about the warthog.
Warthog facts you need to know - Africa Geographic
Jan 25, 2019 · The common warthog is found in much of Africa, below the Sahara desert. They are abundant in East Africa and Southern Africa, with their favourite habitat being grassland, savannah and woodlands. Warthogs do enjoy their water and mud. The name ‘warthog’ comes from their large wart-like protuberances found on its face.
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 brown animal standing about 76 centimetres (30 inches) at the shoulder.
Common Warthog - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
The Common warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is a wild member of the pig family found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is the only pig species that has adapted to grazing and savanna habitats.
Warthog - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
ORDER: Artiodactyla. FAMILY: Suidae. GENUS: Phacochoerus. SPECIES: africanus (southern warthog), aethiopicus (desert warthog) ABOUT. Brains before beauty: Warthogs may not be the most beautiful or graceful creatures in the Animal Kingdom. But they are remarkable for their strength, intelligence, and flexibility!
Warthogs: Facts, Diet, Habitat, Threats, & Conservation | IFAW
Warthogs are sparsely-haired wild pigs found across sub-Saharan Africa. These unique animals have large heads and bodies with short legs, coarse manes down their backs, and long, thin tails they hold upright when running. Their most distinctive features are the large bumps on their faces that look like warts—hence their name.