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Impacts of wild pigs (Sus scrofa) on nutrient cycling and water quality in riparian areas 

Bolds, Sara (2020-05-15)
Wild pigs (Sus scrofa) are a highly invasive species in the United States and millions of dollars are spent annually on removal efforts and damage reduction. Wild pigs may act as ecosystem engineers in areas where they are ...

Population response of eastern wild turkeys and white-tailed deer to removal of wild pigs 

McDonough, Matthew (2023-01-11)
Recently, wild pigs (Sus scrofa) have expanded their range and have the potential to greatly impact ecosystems in North America. Wild pig’s generalist diets and high fecundity make them a strong competitor with native ...