Pigs are mammals that lead a herd lifestyle. Sometimes pigs are called sus scrofa scrofa, this is a scientific name for the animal. Interesting fact is that this mammals can run 17km/h (11mph). The mammals usually live for 8-15 years. The animal has a weight of 30-350kg (66-770lbs). 50-120cm (19.7-47in) is a usual size of a pig.
Facts about pigs
Name | Pig |
Skin Type | Hair |
Scientific Name | Sus scrofa scrofa |
Order | Artiodactyla |
Predators | Human, wolf, snakes |
Habitat | Forests and grassland |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Colour | Grey, pink, black, brown, white |
Weight | 30-350kg (66-770lbs) |
Size | 50-120cm (19.7-47in) |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Phylum | Chordata |
Diet | Omnivore |
Class | Mammalia |
Main Prey | Roots, seeds, leaves |
Average Litter Size | 7 |
Family | Suidae |
Type | Mammal |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Life Span | 8-15 years |
Genus | Sus |
Top Speed | 17km/h (11mph) |