Bentheim Black Pied pig
Breed of pig
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The Bentheim Black Pied, also known as Schwarz-Wesses or Buntes Bentheimer Schwein, is a rare breed of domestic pig in Germany.
Conservation statusRare breed
Country of originGermany
Weight
- Male: 250 kilograms (550 lb)
- Female:180 kilograms (400 lb)
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| Country of origin | Germany |
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The breed originated in Bentheim, Germany, in the early 20th century, when local breeds were crossed with Berkshire and Cornwalls. It became nearly extinct in the 1950s, and is now a "rare breed".[1] with about 100 registered breeding animals.
Description
Pigs are medium-sized, lop-eared, and colored white with black spots. Boars average 75 cm height, 250 kg weight; sows average 70 cm height, 180 kg weight.
