Bush Pig

Potamochoerus larvatus

Africa’s Elusive Wild Swine

The Bush Pig, a resilient and adaptable wild swine, roams the forests and woodlands of Africa.

These medium-sized creatures, with their shaggy reddish-brown coats and distinctive facial markings, are known for their elusive nature.

Standing at around 60-85 cm tall at the shoulder and weighing between 50-150 kg, Bush Pigs are found in various African regions.

They are primarily nocturnal, making them challenging to spot in the wild. Bush Pigs are omnivorous and have a varied diet that includes roots, fruits, insects, and small mammals.

Their adaptability and survival skills have allowed them to thrive in diverse environments, contributing to the rich tapestry of African wildlife.

Bushpigs are mostly nocturnal and very secretive, making them hard to spot in the wild. They’re omnivores and will eat roots, tubers, fruit, insects, eggs, carrion, and even small animals. These pigs are powerful diggers and can be quite aggressive if threatened, using their sharp tusks for defense.
45–100 kg (99–220 lb)
Adult Male: ~60–100 kg (132–220 lb) Adult Female: ~45–75 kg (99–165 lb)

Scientific name: Potamochoerus larvatus
Mass: Adult Male: ~60–100 kg (132–220 lb) Adult Female: ~45–75 kg (99–165 lb)
Fun fact: Bushpigs are mostly nocturnal and very secretive, making them hard to spot in the wild. They’re omnivores and will eat roots, tubers, fruit, insects, eggs, carrion, and even small animals. These pigs are powerful diggers and can be quite aggressive if threatened, using their sharp tusks for defense.

$700.00

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$1,500.00

Bontebok

$900.00

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$2,500.00

Cape Grysbok

$600.00

Damara Sheep

$2,000.00

Duiker – Blue

$350.00

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Customise your hunting package at Hoeksfontein.

Baboon

Barbary Sheep

Blesbuck

Blesbuck – White

$1,500.00

Bontebok

$900.00

Bushbuck

$2,500.00

Cape Grysbok

$600.00

Damara Sheep

$2,000.00

Duiker – Blue

$350.00

Duiker – Grey

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Bush Pig

Potamochoerus larvatus

Africa's Elusive Wild Swine

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Scientific name

Potamochoerus larvatus

Mass

Adult Male: ~60–100 kg (132–220 lb) Adult Female: ~45–75 kg (99–165 lb)

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About the species

Africa's Elusive Wild Swine

The Bush Pig, a resilient and adaptable wild swine, roams the forests and woodlands of Africa.

These medium-sized creatures, with their shaggy reddish-brown coats and distinctive facial markings, are known for their elusive nature.

Standing at around 60-85 cm tall at the shoulder and weighing between 50-150 kg, Bush Pigs are found in various African regions.

They are primarily nocturnal, making them challenging to spot in the wild. Bush Pigs are omnivorous and have a varied diet that includes roots, fruits, insects, and small mammals.

Their adaptability and survival skills have allowed them to thrive in diverse environments, contributing to the rich tapestry of African wildlife.

Fun fact

Bushpigs are mostly nocturnal and very secretive, making them hard to spot in the wild. They’re omnivores and will eat roots, tubers, fruit, insects, eggs, carrion, and even small animals. These pigs are powerful diggers and can be quite aggressive if threatened, using their sharp tusks for defense.

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Range & tracks

Where this species occurs, and the spoor your tracker will be reading.

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Everything taken care of

A written contract stating all costs will be concluded before commencement of the safari.

Pick up at nearest airport to hunting area.
Meals during safari, including wines, beers and soft drink.
Services of PH, skinner and tracker, camp personnel and transport during the hunt.
Field preparation of trophies.
All hunting licenses needed in South Africa.
A fully equipped hunting vehicle with professional hunter.
Daily laundry and cleaning services.