Collared Peccary
The Collared Peccary is a small, pig-like mammal native to the deserts and scrublands of the Americas. It is a highly social animal that lives in small herds. It is known for the white, collar-like band of hair around its neck, which gives it its name.
The Collared Peccary is a herbivore that feeds on a variety of plants, including cacti. It is a vital part of its ecosystem, as its foraging habits help to control the growth of certain plants.
Collared Peccary
Classification
Mammalia > Artiodactyla > Tayassuidae > Pecari > P. tajacu
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
1.5 - 2 feet
(0.4 - 0.6 m)
Average Weight
40 - 60 lbs
(18 - 27 kg)
Average Life Span
10 - 15 years
Gestation Period
142 - 148 days
Did You Know?
The Collared Peccary, also known as the javelina or skunk pig, is a medium-sized mammal found in the southwestern United States, Mexico, Central, and South America.
They are often mistaken for pigs, but peccaries are part of a different animal family.
Collared Peccaries get their name from the band of lighter-colored hair around their necks, resembling a collar.
They live in herds and communicate through a variety of grunts, woofs, and barks.
Their diet mainly consists of roots, tubers, cacti, fruits, and insects.
Collared Peccaries have a keen sense of smell, which helps them find food and detect predators.
They play an important role in seed dispersal in their habitats.
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