Mangalitsa piglets are born with distinctive strips on their body similar to that of a wild boar.
Mangalitsa Pig
Origin: Hungary
Latin Name: Sus scrofa domesticus
Habitat: Capture bred on agricultural holdings
Diet: Grass, potatoes and pumpkin
Lifespan: Up to 20 years
Average Size: Weight: Up to 77 kg, Length: Up to 60 cm
Characteristics:
Mangalitsa is a Hungarian breed of domestic pig. They are known for their thick woolly coats similar to that of a sheep. They come in three colours, blonde, black and ginger. Thanks to their woolly coats, the mangalitsa can live outdoors all year round and withstand inclement weather conditions.
