Warthogs dig for roots and graze on their knees. They shelter in burrows dug by other animals and back into them to face threats with their tusks.
Ungulates
Common Warthog
Phacochoerus africanus
A tusked, bristly grazer that trots away with its tail straight up.
Size
50-150 kg
Lifespan
15 years
Diet
Grass, roots, bulbs and fruit.
Habitat
Savannah and open woodland.
About the common warthog
Did you know?
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The tail stands upright like an aerial when they run.
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They often kneel to feed.
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Piglets are born in burrows.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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