omnivorous mammal<\/a> that is short-legged and stout-bodied. its skin is sparsely coated with short bristles. It has four digits, two functional and two non-functional. A pig\u2019s snout contains the highest density of tactile receptors as result, a pig\u2019s sense of smell is 2000 times higher than humans. It is unbelievably social. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\nPigs form close bonds with each other.<\/span><\/span> Different breeds of pigs are one of those animals which are found all over the globe. They are raised all over the world providing products like leather, lard, glue, pork and a variety of medicines. United States pig is classified as meat-type pig as it produces more meat than lard, (fat used in cooking).<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Wild Pigs<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\nAs we know pigs are both wild and domestic, but there is little difference between them. The tusk-like teeth of the wild pigs are more prominent as compared to domestic pigs. The tusks help the wild pigs to dig for roots and also acts as a defence weapon if time demands. <\/span><\/span>Wild pigs eat fruits to rodents, leaves, and roots as a part of their diet. The wild pig has an average life span of 25 years or more.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Domestic Pigs<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nDomestic breeds of pigs are categorized into three types: large-framed lard types which have thick fat layers and weigh at least 100 kg; small bacon types, with carcasses about 70 kg; and pork types with carcasses about 45 kg. Farm-raised or domestic pigs eat meals comprise of barley and corn.<\/span><\/span> The baby pig is called a piglet. The sow nurses the piglet till the age of about 3 to 5 weeks. <\/b><\/span><\/span><\/p>\nThe piglets who weaned off their mother\u2019s milk are referred as shoats. <\/b><\/span><\/span>At the time of birth, a piglet weighs around 2.5 pounds, which doubles within one week of birth. Piglet has very poor eyesight but a great sense of smell. Pigs are smart! given that their intelligence is higher than a dog and some primates.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span>Breeds of Pigs<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h3>\nSome of the famous breeds of pigs along with the areas where they reside, and their characteristics:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Duroc or Duroc-jersey<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>Duroc Jersey Pig is one of the breeds of pigs that produce lard. It is native to North and South America. It is medium in length, and the colour may vary from gold-red to dark red.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Hampshire<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nHampshire is famous for its meat. It is a native of the U.S. they are of medium weight with a long body. It usually has black-white forelegs and shoulders. They are more active as compared to other breeds and are a very good grazer.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Landrace<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>This breed of pig lives in northern and central Europe and some parts of the U.S. It gives meat mainly bacon. It is medium in size and is white in colour with some black spots.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Spotted<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>As the name<\/span> implies this breed of pigs has black and white spots all over their bodies. It is the resident of U.S. It give good quality pork and is get a nickname spots.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Yorkshire<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/b>This is the most common breed of pig available worldwide and is ideal for meat(bacon) production. It is usually white in colour sometimes with dark areas. The sows of this breed are prolific.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Berkshire<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>This is the most recorded breed of swine in the U.S and is popular for its fast and efficient growth, reproductive efficiency. It is valuable and provide flavourful meat<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Chester White<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>It is located in Chester County, Pa that is where it get its name. It is famous for its mothering ability, durability, and soundness.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Poland China<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>These hogs originated in the early 1800s in Ohio. This breed is popular for its large frame, leanness and muscle, and length of the body. They gain weight rapidly under good care and management.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n\n- \n
<\/span>Hereford<\/b><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/b>This is a cross-breed between white and red-blooded Duroc, Chester’s, and OIC\u2019s and a peculiar strain on graft. The first hog of this kind originated on the farm in La Plata Missouri.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n