The Destructive Impact of Feral Swine on Wildlife
Feral swine have become a destructive force to wildlife and their habitats in the United States. These wild pigs have been reported in at least 39 states, with damage from their rooting and wallowing activities costing an estimated $1.5 billion annually in the US. A new study from the University of Georgia (UGA) investigates the impact of feral swine on wildlife and suggests that management focused on removing them from the landscape could help protect wildlife.
The spread of feral swine has become a major issue in the United States, with the animals having a significant destructive impact on wildlife and their habitats. In a new study, researchers from the University of Georgia have investigated the impact of these animals and suggest that management focused on their removal is needed to protect wildlife. The team estimates that feral swine cause an estimated $1.5 billion in damage annually and are found in at least 39 states. These animals can cause significant damage through their rooting and wallowing activities, as well as through predation on native species. The researchers suggest that management strategies focused on removing feral swine from the landscape could help to protect wildlife and their habitats.
source: Phys.org