Key Information
Boars
| Species | 16 species in four groups |
| Diet | Omnivore |
| Height | 25 to 49 inches |
| Length | 55 to 63 inches |
| Weight | 165 to 770 lb |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years (in the wild) |
| Classification | Mammalia > Artiodactyla > Suidae |
| Conservation Status | Not Endangered |
| Habitat | Forests, mountains |
Learning Point
- Boars are powerful animals that live in many parts of the world. The naturally were found in Africa, Asia and Europe, with humans introducing them to other parts of the world. They have been hunted by humans for a long time, and in some countries are largely extinct. They have many predators, but they are capable of defending themselves.
Project
- Draw a wild boar family, including some piglets.
- Overview
- X-Ray
Location
| Places | Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America, parts of Australasia |
Fun Facts
- A group of boars, usually females and young ones, is called a sounder.
- Boars are the ancestors of modern pigs, and some hybrid versions can be found in some parts of the world.
- They have large heads, as much as a third of the length of their body.
- They are omnivores, eating all sorts of things, and, surprisingly, at times they hunt smaller animals.
Past Lessons
| 130 | June 12, 2024 | (North America) |