5043
African Warthog
Africa
Original ZT
$600
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5043 |
African Warthog |
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Africa |
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$600 |
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The African warthog is the only pig adapted for grazing on the African savannah. They get their name from the prominent warts on their faces. The warthog is slimmer than other hogs, with a level back and comparatively long limbs. They have scattered bristles, whiskers, and a mane of long hair. Both the boar and the sow have tusks, although the tusks on the boar are longer and much more prominent. The eyes of this animal are located high on their faces, enabling them to spy predators from quite a distance. The warthog thrives in fertile areas containing a mix of dirt and good grass cover, with lots of edible roots and bulbs. Warthogs prefer the wide-open spaces of the savannah to the tree-lined borders. Needing to drink daily, the warthog relies upon a dependable water source. During the wet season, warthogs graze on the long grasses in the savannah. In the dry season, they use their tusks and snouts to dig up underground bulbs and tubers. These animals have an unparalleled ability to locate tasty tidbits beneath the soil. Warthogs are beneficial to the land they live on, as their rooting churns up the soil and aerates it, aiding in future plant growth. They will also eat fallen fruit and, occasionally, carrion. In captivity, they are fed a diet which may include such foods as carrots, sweet potatoes, endive lettuce, broccoli, bananas, apples, and a grain mix. Warthogs use burrows for sleeping, shelter from predators, and protection from the sun. Although quite good at digging, warthogs use holes excavated by aardvarks for their burrows. The hogs enter these burrows backward, with their heads facing the opening, which enables them to use their tusks against invaders. In the morning, they burst out of their burrows at high speed to try and avoid any predators that may be lying in wait. Warthogs are preyed upon by many African carnivores, including spotted hyenas, wild dogs, cheetahs, lions, leopards, and eagles. When threatened, warthogs will retreat to their burrows if possible. In a fight, however, warthogs are able to defend themselves by using their lower canine teeth to great advantage. Like all pig species, warthogs are very social animals. They are most commonly found in small family groups, called sounders, consisting of one or more adult females and their young. Single adult males will sometimes join these sounders. Warthogs like to lie in contact with each other and will engage in social grooming using their snouts and incisors. Apart from predators, warthogs are indifferent to most other savannah animals, going about their business in relative peace. They have a symbiotic relationship with birds such as the yellow hornbill, which they allow to eat the parasites living on their bodies. Warthogs will also wallow intensively, covering their bodies with mud, both in an attempt to get rid of these bothersome parasites and to cool themselves off in hot weather. Warthogs have a top speed of 34 mph. Generally, they prefer to trot with their tails held straight up. Feeding warthogs will graze and root while resting on their knees. In captivity, an agitated warthog will run around its enclosure, squealing and grunting furiously. |
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Which fence is suitable for this animal in terms of strength, if it can be climbed or jumped over? |
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How big should the exhibit be and what Terrain should be used? |
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How deep should the exhibit be if using the "Pit Method"? |
1 level |
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Low Chain-link Fence |
$45 |
1 |
200 |
10 |
22.2 |
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Low Stick Pole Fence |
$55 |
1 |
225 |
11 |
20.0 |
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Stick Pole Window Fence |
$75 |
2 |
225 |
12 |
16.0 |
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Stick Pole Fence |
$75 |
2 |
225 |
12 |
16.0 |
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Low Post and Rail Fence |
$70 |
1 |
250 |
11 |
15.7 |
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Chain-link Fence |
$70 |
2 |
200 |
10 |
14.3 |
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Post and Rail Fence |
$90 |
2 |
250 |
12 |
13.3 |
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Low Wooden Slat Fence |
$85 |
1 |
240 |
11 |
12.9 |
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Wood Slat Window Fence |
$110 |
2 |
240 |
12 |
10.9 |
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Wooden Slat Fence |
$110 |
2 |
240 |
12 |
10.9 |
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Low Concrete Fence |
$125 |
1 |
300 |
12 |
9.6 |
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Low Iron Bar Fence |
$125 |
1 |
290 |
12 |
9.6 |
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Low Rock Wall Fence |
$125 |
1 |
280 |
12 |
9.6 |
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Low Concrete Chain Fence |
$125 |
1 |
275 |
12 |
9.6 |
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Low Plexiglas Fence |
$125 |
1 |
270 |
12 |
9.6 |
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Rock Window Fence |
$150 |
2 |
280 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Rock Wall Fence |
$150 |
2 |
280 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Concrete Chain Fence |
$150 |
2 |
275 |
14 |
9.3 |
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Plexiglas Fence |
$150 |
2 |
270 |
13 |
8.7 |
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Iron Bar Fence |
$180 |
2 |
290 |
14 |
7.8 |
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Concrete Fence |
$200 |
2 |
300 |
15 |
7.5 |
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Reinforced Concrete Fence |
$225 |
3 |
460 |
16 |
7.1 |
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Reinforced Concrete and Glass Fence |
$225 |
3 |
420 |
15 |
6.7 |
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Concrete and Iron Bar Fence |
$240 |
3 |
440 |
15 |
6.3 |
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Electrified Chain-link Fence |
$300 |
3 |
480 |
18 |
6.0 |
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Electrified Iron Bar Fence |
$350 |
3 |
400 |
18 |
5.1 |
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Dirt |
70 |
8 |
17 |
25 |
34 |
42 |
50 |
59 |
67 |
76 |
84 |
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Savannah grass |
20 |
2 |
5 |
7 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
17 |
19 |
22 |
24 |
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Sand |
5 |
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Fresh water |
5 |
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12 |
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17 |
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29 |
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2 |
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0 |
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Exhibit Size |
100 |
12 |
24 |
36 |
48 |
60 |
72 |
84 |
96 |
108 |
120 |
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7048 |
5 |
Thorn Bush |
32 |
$80 |
40.0 |
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7060 |
3 |
Tall Grass |
24 |
$300 |
8.0 |
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7000 |
0 |
Acacia Caffra Tree |
12 |
$500 |
2.4 |
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7001 |
0 |
Thorn Acacia Tree |
12 |
$600 |
2.0 |
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9206 |
3 |
Small Rock |
1 |
1 |
Yes |
12 |
$55 |
21.8 |
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9205 |
3 |
Medium Rock |
1 |
1 |
Yes |
12 |
$75 |
16.0 |
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9200 |
6 |
Large Rock |
2 |
2 |
Yes |
6 |
$150 |
4.0 |
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8122 |
Large Burrow |
28 |
13 |
$600 |
6 |
Yes |
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8121 |
Burrow |
22 |
7 |
$400 |
4 |
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8109 |
Large Concrete Shelter |
20 |
5 |
$225 |
6 |
Yes |
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8112 |
Large Wood Shelter |
20 |
5 |
$325 |
6 |
Yes |
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8108 |
Concrete Shelter |
18 |
3 |
$175 |
4 |
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8111 |
Wood Shelter |
18 |
3 |
$225 |
4 |
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8120 |
Small Burrow |
18 |
3 |
$200 |
2 |
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8107 |
Small Concrete Shelter |
17 |
2 |
$125 |
2 |
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8110 |
Small Wood Shelter |
17 |
2 |
$175 |
2 |
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High |
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ReproductionInterval(months): |
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TimeDeath(months): |
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BabyToAdult(months): |
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Hay |
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