The playful and restless behavior of the three piglets, part of the largest group of the warthog in Spain, can already be observed in the savanna area. This multiple birth represents another success for BIOPARC's participation in international conservation programs for these endangered species, adding to the successes achieved with various antelopes, rhinoceroses, chimpanzees, and elephants. Overall, the park is in an exceptional position to discover the most tender side of wild nature and to mobilize support for its protection.
They are only a few days old and already display endearing yet active behavior. Curious and restless, they spend much of their time exploring every corner of their surroundings, enjoying playful moments with their siblings. That's how they are. three warthog “babies” (the unmistakable Pumba of El Rey León) what They were born at BIOPARC Valencia and leave behind images that are as tender as they are hopeful..
The warthogs, the unmistakable Pumba
This new milestone represents a Excellent news for this and other species included in international conservation programs in which the Valencian park successfully participates. Several births, even "live" like that of blesbok, have made this spring very special to witness. Mhorr gazelle cubs, rhinoceros, aardvark, chimpanzee or elephantAfter remaining in the indoor area under the constant care of their mother and the technical team, the three piglets can be seen running around the entire enclosure in the savanna with the rest of the family.
Warthogs in the BIOPARC Valencia savanna
El warthog (Phacochoerus africanus) is also known as warty boarIt is known for its three pairs of facial warts, which it uses to burrow underground in search of food or during fights between males during mating season. The group in the Valencian park is the most numerous in Spain and it consists of a couple and their offspring: two one-year-old females and these last three who are males.
The young are born practically hairless and require extra care to ensure their well-being, so around midday they are moved indoors. Its progress is very favorable.The expectation is that very soon they will enjoy the entire day in this visible environment that has all the necessary elements to stimulate their innate behaviors and their optimal development.
This site, which offers a very realistic replica of a huge termite mound, reflects one of the most innovative aspects of the design of BIOPARC Valencia Since its opening 18 years ago, the exhibit has faithfully recreated wildlife. In this case, warthogs and aardvarks share the same space, replicating a relationship that also occurs in their natural habitat. The former occupy the enclosure during the day, while the latter sleep soundly in their burrow. aardvarks which, at dusk, begin their activity outdoors. Right next to them, other animals can be seen, such as the striped hyena, mongooses or zebras, along with other little-known ones such as the mole rat, elephant shrew or Seba's python.
The BIOPARC Foundation and conservation in Africa
BIOPARC's conservation work completes the circle through the Foundation, reaching biodiversity hotspots around the world. While the births in Valencia bring optimism to these endangered species, the BIOPARC Foundation It promotes different projects to protect them.
In Africa, the following stand out: collaboration with Big Life Foundation in the Greater Amboseli ecosystem, between Kenya and TanzaniaThis initiative, which promotes sustainable coexistence between local communities and wildlife, benefits these same species that can be observed in the park, bringing that beauty closer to motivate a commitment from society to the future of nature.
