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In the United States, the term "pig" refers to a younger domesticated swine weighing less than 120 pounds (50 kilograms), and the term "hog" refers to older swine weighing more than 120 lbs. In Great Britain all domesticated swine are referred to as pigs.
"Hog" is often used to refer to pigs raised for meat production, while "pig" is a more general term that can refer to any swine. In some regions, "hog" is specifically used for larger, adult pigs, while "pig" can refer to pigs of any age.
a pig is an member of the swine family that weighs under 60 pounds. Anything heavier than 60 pounds is considered a hog.
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What is the difference with a kune kune pig and a normal pig?
I am not an expert on that breed. I do know they (kk) are much smaller than a pig (hog). They are exotic in color. They are now one of the more popular pet pig breeds.
Male pig name?
male pig is called a hog
Is there a difference between a pig and a boar?
a boar is a male pig and a pig is just a female :)
What is the difference between a pig and wild boar?
pig is a pig and the wild boar is a wild boar
How can you tell the difference between a girl pig and a boy pig?
uhmmm..... penises?
When is a hog not a pig?
A hog is not a pig when the hog isn't domestic.
Is a duck a hog?
NO! a hog is a pig. A hog is a mammal. A duck is a water bird. A BIRD! NOT A PIG!
What is the difference between a woodchuck and ground hog?
Same animal.Also called whistle pig, because of their whistle like alarm call.
Synonym for pig?
Hog or Swine. (hog being a male pig, swine being female)
What is another word for a pig?
Hog, sow or swine.
What group is the hog in?
The hog is a member of the pig genus (Sus)
What is a hedge-pig?
hedge pig= hedge hog
Who is a fatty pig?
hog
What is the difference with a kune kune pig and a normal pig?
I am not an expert on that breed. I do know they (kk) are much smaller than a pig (hog). They are exotic in color. They are now one of the more popular pet pig breeds.
What animal group is the hog in?
The hog is a member of the pig genus (Sus)
Do you consider a pig and hog to be the same animal?
I consider a pig and a hog to be the same animal, though I imagine hogs to be greedier.
What is the denotation for the word hog?
The denotation for the word "hog" is a domesticated pig or any of various mammals related to or resembling the pig.
