Canadian 'super pigs' are likely to invade northern US, study warns

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Feral"super pigs" in Canada could soon trample across the border and invade the northern U.S., a new study finds.

Super pigs may eventually cross the border into North and South Dakota, Montana and Minnesota, according to the study, which was published May 9 in the journal Biological Invasions. While the southern U.S. already has around 6.9 million feral hogs, much of the north remains feral pig-free thanks in part to intensive control efforts.

By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over."We went from having a general concern about pigs crossing the U.S.-Canada border to having very detailed maps showing where they're most likely to move and establish populations," Brook said.

 

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