🌿Native Nature

Common Warthog

Phacochoerus africanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Suidae ›Genus: Phacochoerus

About

The common warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is a wild member of the pig family (Suidae) found in grassland, savanna, and woodland in sub-Saharan Africa. In the past, it was commonly treated as a subspecies of P. aethiopicus, but today that scientific name is restricted to the desert warthog of northern Kenya, Somalia, and eastern Ethiopia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Warthog?
The scientific name of Common Warthog is Phacochoerus africanus.
What is the conservation status of Common Warthog?
The Common Warthog has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
What family does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the family Suidae.
What genus does Common Warthog belong to?
Common Warthog belongs to the genus Phacochoerus.