General Information

Species

Pig

Synonym

Traditionally Known As “Gavthi Dukor” I.E. Village Pig

Breeding Tract

North Goa, South Goa (Goa)

Comment On Breeding Tract

The Pigs Are Densely Populated In Tiswadi, Bardez, And Pernem Of The North Goa District; Mormugao, Salcete, Canacona And Quepem Talukas Of South Goa District Of Goa.

Main Use

Pork

Comment On Main Use

Mostly Maintained For Pork And Sausage Making Known As “Chouris”. Manure Is Used For Kitchen Gardening.

Origin

Local Pigs

Herd Book Or Rigister Established

No

Breed Societies(If Any)

Nil

Adaptability To Environment

Preferred By Local Population Due To Less Maintenance Cost, Better Adaptability And Consumer’s Preference. These Pigs Are Slow Growing, Little Wild In Nature And Can Sustain In Scavenging Situation.

Morphology

Colour

Mostly Black. Few Animals (Both Male And Female) Have White Patches On Legs And Face

Number Of Horns

0

Visible Characteristics

Visible Characteristics