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Happier than a Pig in Mud - Feral Swine Damage to Water Quality

July 08, 2016 Jeanine Neskey, APHIS Wildlife Technician

How does the old saying go? That’s right, “Happier than a pig in mud!” Feral swine are no exception to this old farmer’s anecdote. Because they lack sweat glands, wallowing in mud and water is an instinctual behavior necessary for them to maintain a healthy body temperature. Unfortunately this...

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