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If you are constantly updated on the latest in hunting, then you may have heard about pig hunting. This, of course, does not involve shooting swine out of the barn, or getting some pigs into the open and then shooting them down. The real pig hunting involves you going after the feral wild pigs, which are deemed in many parts of the world to be exotic and non-native species that can pose threats to the environment. In many cases, wild pigs – often referred to as boars or feral pigs – can destroy farms and kill livestock. In some cases, however, they can be deemed as a valuable addition to an environment, especially where they are the scavengers or cleaners.

In some Australian states, the wild pig is considered as an unprotected species that can be hunted all year round, and with no limits to their harvest. As long as the hunter hunting them has a valid license, as well as the express permission of the person who owns the land on which they wish to hunt, then the hunter may hunt as many wild boar as he or she pleases. If you own property and have feral pigs, then you can hunt them in some states without having to present a license.

Here are a few more facts about wild pigs that you may have to be aware of if you wish to engage in wild pig hunting.

- It is illegal to herd feral pigs in a facility or space and then use them for hunting in some states. If you are offered the chance to hunt at a facility and you know that your state has a law against operating hunting facilities, then steer clear of the offer.

- It is illegal in some states to release hogs out into the wild, as domesticated pigs can indeed turn wild once let loose. You will simply be adding to the feral pig population if you do this. If you discover people doing this in your area, you have the duty to talk to your local conservation facility or game warden immediately.

- Feral pigs are not your small and cute pigs – they can weight over a hundred pounds each, and if you wish to take the trophy-size ones down, they can be as tall as three feet, as long as six feet, and even as much as two hundred + kilograms in weight. They can therefore be vicious and difficult to fend off if they start attacking you, so know your safety procedures.

- Feral pigs will often keep a small home territory, which can often be about a several square kilometers. However, if they start running out of food, they can start expanding their home territory quickly, so you may need to do some speculation. There may be feral pig territory maps at your local conservation and game center, so you can consult them for more information on where you should go, and how far you should go to start hunting pigs.

- Never underestimate pigs. They can swim and run as fast as fifty kilometers an hour.

These are only a few facts that you should be aware of as you start pig hunting. For more information, talk to local pig hunters and ask for tips about getting yourself started in pig hunting. Talk to your local game hunters for more details on what you should or should not do during your pig hunt, and ask for tips on what you should bring just in case the weather changes. If you have a lot of research under your belt, and if you know a lot about hunting in general, then you will find it easy and enjoyable to hunt wild pigs, and help the environment in your state at the same time!

By: Richard Simm

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ExploreTexas asked:

TexasHuntFish.com Join Jason Parrish and the TexasHuntFish team as we visit a stunning ranch located on the Pedernales River, just outside of Johnson City. This ranch is currently under siege by feral pigs (aka wild hogs) and the landowner called us in to initate a hog eradication project. Hunting wild pigs one at a time, or trying to hunt them in general, is not a feasible way to remove wild hogs or persuade them to leave your property. The word “hunting” needs to be replaced with “killing.” (One less carrier of the swine flu) And yes that is a John’s Gun Suppressor on Jason’s Remington 700P bolt action rifle.

If you are constantly updated on the latest in hunting, then you may have heard about pig hunting. This, of course, does not involve shooting swine out of the barn, or getting some pigs into the open and then shooting them down. The real pig hunting involves you going after the feral wild pigs, which are deemed in many parts of the world to be exotic and non-native species that can pose threats to the environment. In many cases, wild pigs – often referred to as boars or feral pigs – can destroy farms and kill livestock. In some cases, however, they can be deemed as a valuable addition to an environment, especially where they are the scavengers or cleaners.

In some Australian states, the wild pig is considered as an unprotected species that can be hunted all year round, and with no limits to their harvest. As long as the hunter hunting them has a valid license, as well as the express permission of the person who owns the land on which they wish to hunt, then the hunter may hunt as many wild boar as he or she pleases. If you own property and have feral pigs, then you can hunt them in some states without having to present a license.

Here are a few more facts about wild pigs that you may have to be aware of if you wish to engage in wild pig hunting.

- It is illegal to herd feral pigs in a facility or space and then use them for hunting in some states. If you are offered the chance to hunt at a facility and you know that your state has a law against operating hunting facilities, then steer clear of the offer.

- It is illegal in some states to release hogs out into the wild, as domesticated pigs can indeed turn wild once let loose. You will simply be adding to the feral pig population if you do this. If you discover people doing this in your area, you have the duty to talk to your local conservation facility or game warden immediately.

- Feral pigs are not your small and cute pigs – they can weight over a hundred pounds each, and if you wish to take the trophy-size ones down, they can be as tall as three feet, as long as six feet, and even as much as two hundred + kilograms in weight. They can therefore be vicious and difficult to fend off if they start attacking you, so know your safety procedures.

- Feral pigs will often keep a small home territory, which can often be about a several square kilometers. However, if they start running out of food, they can start expanding their home territory quickly, so you may need to do some speculation. There may be feral pig territory maps at your local conservation and game center, so you can consult them for more information on where you should go, and how far you should go to start hunting pigs.

- Never underestimate pigs. They can swim and run as fast as fifty kilometers an hour.

These are only a few facts that you should be aware of as you start pig hunting. For more information, talk to local pig hunters and ask for tips about getting yourself started in pig hunting. Talk to your local game hunters for more details on what you should or should not do during your pig hunt, and ask for tips on what you should bring just in case the weather changes. If you have a lot of research under your belt, and if you know a lot about hunting in general, then you will find it easy and enjoyable to hunt wild pigs, and help the environment in your state at the same time!

By: Richard Simm

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While wild pigs and wild boars are different, there are similar tactics used in the hunting of them. There is a certain excitement involved in the pig hunt, and the hunter often feels that he’s doing a great service to people in the area as the feral pigs and boars are highly adaptable and have overrun much of the landscape. In the 1920′s the European wild boar was introduced by a Monterey, California landowner. When it bred with domestic pigs a hog hybrid was developed that is now today’s wild boar. Due to excessive breeding the population of this wild pig has increased exponentially and many states offer open season year round in the hopes of controlling it. These pigs can not only be aggressive, but they damage much of the vegetation and landscape of the area ruining habitat for other, more fragile species. In 1957 the Fish and Game Commision established official seasons on them and it wasn’t until 1992 that a tag was required to hunt them. There are also special rules and regulations regarding the use of hunting dogs in the capture of these pigs.

In California wild pigs are present in 56 of the 58 counties, with a majority of them living on private land. The pig’s behavior has altered greatly to adapt to the hunting techniques often employed to catch them. While they once moved around during the day, they have morphed into a more nocturnal creature, foraging for food at night. The most popular way to hunt these pigs is with hunting dogs, and any number of breeds are used. At one of the only pig hunting dog training schools in the world, Joshua Kauta’s school looks for characteristics such as courage, stamina, intelligence, and tenacity in the training of a good pig dog. One of the most popular breeds used for hunting pig is the bull terrier, along with other breeds such as sheep and cattle dogs crossed with breeds such as the Labrador for it’s sense of smell.

Pig dog training is often in rugged and hilly landscapes and a dog needs a lot of room and open area with well-trained pigs to get proper training. It’s essential for a pig dog to begin it’s training at a young age. There are two types of dogs used when it comes to hunting pigs; those that are used for bailing, which track a pig and keep it at bay by barking at it until the hunter can arrive, and there are the holder dogs, which grab onto a pig’s ears and keep it steady. Whichever type of hunting the sportsmen prefers, wild pig hunting is both exciting and provides a service to many of the local landowners.

By: Abhishek Agarwal

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TexasHuntFish.com Join Jason Parrish and the TexasHuntFish team as we visit a stunning ranch located on the Pedernales River, just outside of Johnson City. This ranch is currently under siege by feral pigs (aka wild hogs) and the landowner called us in to initate a hog eradication project. Hunting wild pigs one at a time, or trying to hunt them in general, is not a feasible way to remove wild hogs or persuade them to leave your property. The word “hunting” needs to be replaced with “killing.” (One less carrier of the swine flu) And yes that is a John’s Gun Suppressor on Jason’s Remington 700P bolt action rifle.

ExploreTexas asked:

TexasHuntFish.com Join Jason Parrish and the TexasHuntFish team as we visit a stunning ranch located on the Pedernales River, just outside of Johnson City. This ranch is currently under siege by feral pigs (aka wild hogs) and the landowner called us in to initate a hog eradication project. Hunting wild pigs one at a time, or trying to hunt them in general, is not a feasible way to remove wild hogs or persuade them to leave your property. The word “hunting” needs to be replaced with “killing.” (One less carrier of the swine flu) And yes that is a John’s Gun Suppressor on Jason’s Remington 700P bolt action rifle.