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Red River Hog

Potamochoerus porcus

Size: 100-250 lbs.

Diet: Roots, fallen fruit, invertebrates

Habitat: River edges and swamp forest areas in the rainforest

Life span: 20 years

Range: African rainforests

Social organization: Small groups of 2-15 animals

Threats to survival: Hunting

Fun facts: Most people who have seen adult red river hogs think these animals are the most beautiful members of the pig family. Babies have yellow and brown stripes for about three months after birth. The colored stripes are used for camouflage.