7 Guinea hog piglets born at Beardsley Zoo, could grow to 300 pounds
Zoo officials say the piglets are known for their rapid development, often born with their eyes open and able to move around right away.
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Sep 3, 2025, 10:18 AM
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2h agoSeven Guinea hog piglets were born Sunday at the Beardsley Zoo.
Zoo officials say the piglets are known for their rapid development, often born with their eyes open and able to move around right away.
On family farms, Guinea hogs are commonly used for pest control and tilling soil.
Though small now, each piglet could grow to weigh up to 300 pounds.
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