A medium-sized, social artiodactyl mammal native to Central and South America, characterized by distinctive white markings around its lips and social herd behavior.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forests, ranging from Mexico to northern Argentina, preferring dense rainforest and humid woodland ecosystems
Ecological Role
Critical seed dispersal agent, prey species for large predators, helps maintain forest ecosystem dynamics through foraging and herd movements
Morphology
SKIN COATCoarse, dark brown to black hair covering, thick dermal layer providing thermal regulation
LIMBS WINGSFour sturdy limbs with cloven hooves, adapted for forest terrain navigation and rapid movement
HEAD SENSORYLarge head with distinctive white lip markings, acute hearing and olfactory senses, small eyes with moderate visual acuity
BODY STRUCTURERobust, pig-like body, approximately 1-1.2 meters in length, weighing 25-40 kg, muscular build with strong limbs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Whaldener Endo
