Friday, October 24, 2008
A Wild Boah
According to this story in the Worcester Telegram, a wild boar (Sus scrofa, feral pig) was discovered along a highway in Massachusetts earlier this week. A police officer found the animal, which was seriously injured (presumably struck by a vehicle), and a decision was made to euthanize it. This is only the third record of a wild boar ever found in the wild in Massachusetts. States with established populations include California, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Texas.
Tip of the virtual hat to Universal Hub for posting a link to this story. Additional coverage is available from the Boston Globe.
Labels: animals, feral pigs, Massachusetts
Jennifer Forman Orth 8:36 PM
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