Are javelinas Arizona's wild pig?

Podcast: Valley 101 · The Arizona Republic and azcentral.com

Opublikowano: 2026-08-24

If you have been to Arizona, chances are you’ve had a javelina encounter, maybe crossing the street or even hanging out in a backyard. They look a little like pigs, seem to be everywhere and have become an unmistakable part of Arizona life. But what exactly are javelinas, and why are there so many of them here? This week on Valley 101, we get to know one of Arizona’s most recognizable — and misunderstood — animals and find out how javelinas have become such an iconic piece of wildlife in our state. Submit your question⁠...