Babirusas mark their territory by “ploughing,” or putting their snouts deep in loose soil, kneeling and sliding forward while salivating.
ORIGIN:
Indonesia
HABITAT:
Moist forests and shores of rivers and lakes
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
94-220 lbs
Height: 2-3 ft
DIET:
Leaves, grasses, fallen fruit and fungi
PREDATORS:
Humans and wild dogs
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Daggerlike lower tusks
REPRODUCTION:
1–2 piglets per pregnancy
THREATS:
Excessive hunting and habitat loss
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 24 yrs in human care
Male |
Neither male nor female |
Female | Both male and female |
Please note, the Zoo will close at 1PM on Saturday, November 8 so we can prepare for this event. Last admission will be 11:30 AM.
Last Admission: 3:30 PM
