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Sus Cebifrons (Baboy Bukid)

Suidae

September 14, 2024

The Cebu Warty Pig is a small, critically endangered wild pig with distinctive warts on its face. It has a reddish-brown coat and is known for its shy and elusive nature. This pig is adapted to forested environments and is primarily herbivorous, feeding on roots, fruits, and seeds.

Geographic Distribution

Found only in the forests of Cebu, particularly in the areas of Central Cebu National Park and Mount Lanaya.


Habitat and Ecology

Dense forests and montane forests in the central and southern parts of Cebu.


Uses

No direct uses; primarily of interest for conservation and scientific study.

Observations

Photo Observer Observation Date & Time Coordinates
Image Description Rian Rey Barriga Oct. 10, 2024, 12:33 p.m. 10.332888, 123.955773
Image Description Kriz Jul Ligaray Oct. 11, 2024, 3:43 a.m.
Image Description Rian Rey Barriga Oct. 8, 2024, 7:45 p.m. 12.232000, 127.034100
Image Description Rian Rey Barriga Oct. 10, 2024, 9:34 p.m. 10.332887, 123.955816
Image Description Rian Rey Barriga Oct. 10, 2024, 3:40 a.m. 10.332900, 123.955800