Species Overview

• Kingdom: Animalia
• Phylum: Chordata
• Subphylum: Vertebrata
• Class: Mammalia
• Order: Artiodactyla
• Family: Suidae
• Genus: Potamochoerus
• Species: Potamochoerus larvatus
• Life Span: Up to 20 years
• Weight: 55-150 kg (121-331 lbs)
• Height: 66-100 cm (26-39 inches)

Animal Behavior and Habits

• Nocturnal Activity: Active at night and early dawn.
• Daytime Behavior: Sleep in dens or thick vegetation.
• Feeding Habits: Omnivores – feed on roots, tubers, fruits, small animals, and carrion.
• Feeding Signs: Look for rooting in soft ground.
• Social Structure: Travel in small groups or alone.
• Hunting Approach: Determine if hunting a lone boar or family group.

2. Habitat and Environment

• Preferred Habitat: Dense forests, savannas, bushland with ample cover.
• Water Sources: Found near rivers, streams, and swamps.
• Best Hunting Locations: Thick brush, reed beds, moist environments.
• Tracks and Trails: Larger than domestic pig tracks, round with deep claws.
• Rooting Signs: Small pits or disturbed areas where pigs have dug for food.
• Scent Marking: Bushpigs mark trails with scent; scent lures may attract them.

3. Hunting Time

• Ideal Hunting Times: Early morning or late evening (nocturnal).
• Rainy Season: More active due to abundant food and cover.
• Breeding Season: Males (boars) may become more aggressive or easier to locate.
• Use of Scent Lures: Mimic sows in heat during breeding season.