632 observationsLeast Concern
Red River Hog
Potamochoerus porcus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Artiodactyla ›Family: Suidae ›Genus: Potamochoerus
About
The red river hog (Potamochoerus porcus), also known as the bush pig (but not to be confused with P. larvatus, common name "bushpig"), is a wild member of the pig family living in Africa, with most of its distribution in the Guinean and Congolian forests. It is rarely seen away from rainforests, and generally prefers areas near rivers or swamps.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Red River Hog is Potamochoerus porcus.
- The Red River Hog has a conservation status of Least Concern.
- Red River Hog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Red River Hog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Red River Hog belongs to the class Mammalia.
- Red River Hog belongs to the order Artiodactyla.
- Red River Hog belongs to the family Suidae.
- Red River Hog belongs to the genus Potamochoerus.