Gascon pig
Sow of the Gascon breed | |
Conservation status | endangered |
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Country of origin | France |
Traits | |
Pig Sus scrofa domesticus |
The Gascon is a rare breed of domestic pig which has survived in the more mountainous and remote regions of France. In the Midi-Pyrénées region, the Gascon survives as probably the most ancient breed of pig in France.[1]
Despite its endangered status, it has many valuable characteristics. Like most old-fashioned breeds, it is prone to becoming very fat, but it is vigorous, hardy, thrifty and tolerant of hot climates. The sows are prolific and have a good supply of milk for their litters.[1]
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