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CONSERVATION STATUS:

Threatened: The Vietnamese pot-bellied pig species is considered a Not Evaluated species by the International Union For Conservation Of Nature.

HABITAT:

Pot bellies are initially a people-bred breed, so they have no natural habitat. They are raised on farms, houses, or even in rice terraces in Vietnam.  

DIET: 

Pot belly pig food and dietary requirements consist of pig pellets low in protein, hay, fiber foods, or vegetables that do not contain starch.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Potbelly pigs are primarily seen in black, pink, white, and spotted skin colors. Their bellies are low-hanging, and their nose resembles a pug nose. 

QUICK FACTS:

-  A male pig is usually referred to as a boar, and a female is referred to as a gilt. 

-  These pigs are loud animals and snort loudly throughout the day to communicate.