Feral Hogs in North Carolina: How Many Are There and Where Do They Roam?

Wild Hog Facts You Might Not Know 🐗 Wild hogs are one of the most adaptable animals in North America. These invasive animals can weigh over 300 pounds, run up to 30 mph, and have an incredible sense of smell—often better than a deer’s. A single sow can have two litters a year, with 4–12 piglets per litter, which is why populations explode so fast. On trail cam, you’ll often see them moving in groups called sounders, usually made up of females and young. Mature boars tend to travel alone. Hogs a