History and Origin
Pregnancy/ Birth
Names
Breeds
Other
100
What are pigs domesticated from?
Wild Boars
100
How many times can a sow be pregnant in a year?
Two
100
What is a baby pig called?
Piglet
100
What pig originated in Chester County?
Chester White
100
What animal is similar in behavior to a pig?
Dog
200
In early civilizations, pig's hides were used for?
Shields
200
At what age are piglets weaned?
6-8 weeks
200
What is a female pig that has had babies?
Sow
200
Which breed is the oldest American breed in existence?
Hampshire
200
What kind of ball does a pig's hide make?
Football
300
Approx. how many pigs are alive at one time?
About one billion
300
How many piglets are in an average litter?
8-12 piglets.
300
What is a boar?
Male pig that hasn't been castrated
300
Which is appreciated for their hardiness and quick but thorough muscle growth?
Duroc
300
What is their hair used for?
The bristles on brushes
400
Who brought pigs to North America?
Spanish Explorers
400
How many months is a pig pregnant?
Four
400
What is a female pig that hasn't had babies?
Gilt
400
Which is popular for their ability to transmit their fast gaining, feed efficient, meat qualities to their offspring?
Spotted
500
Where were pigs domesticated?
Tigris Basin
500
At what age does a gilt have her first litter?
Age one.
500
What is a barrow?
Male pig that has been castrated.
500
Which pig was first registered in Minnesota?
Yorkshire
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