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OverviewWith an estimated population of at least 500,000 distributed across nineteen states, the wild-living pig (Sus scrofa) is the most abundant free-ranging introduced ungulate in the United States. Until now, however, little has been known about the wild pig on a national scale, despite its abundance and significance as both a pest and a game animal. Whereas previous studies have been regional in scope, Wild Pigs in the United States is the most comprehensive work available on wild pig history, current status, comparative morphology, and other subjects important to the species' management and control. The information in this volume relates to the country's three prevalent wild pig types: the introduced Eurasian wild boar, the feral (once domestic, now wild) hog, and hybrids of the two. The first section of the book presents a history of wild pigs in this country-their origins; when, where, and by whom they were first introduced; and their subsequent dispersal. John J. Mayer and I. Lehr Brisbin, Jr. then develop specific criteria, based on taxonomic principles, for differentiating between the wild pig types. Employing numerous illustrations, graphs, and tables, they analyze and compare morphometric and discrete characters of the skull, external body dimensions and proportions, coat colorations patterns, and hair structure and form. A report on the status of wild pig populations in the United States (as of 1991) completes the volume. To profile the present ranges, habitats, and morphotypic makeups of wild pigs, the authors conducted two national surveys--in 1981 and 1988--among private individuals and federal and state personnel. Their report is also based on other recent wild pig studies and additional information from survey respondents. The book's reference section is particularly valuable, for its lists all sources consulted as well as the names and addresses of authorities the authors interviewed or with whom they corresponded. Aided by the book's wealth of current data, biologists and wildlife managers can make informed decisions about such issues as state versus private ownership of wild pig populations and the status of wild pigs as pests or game animals. In addition, hunters and sportsmen, zoologists, and even specialized historians and archaeologists will find Wild Pigs in the United States useful and informative. Full Product DetailsAuthor: I.Lehr Brisbin , John J. MayerPublisher: University of Georgia Press Imprint: University of Georgia Press Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.333kg ISBN: 9780820331379ISBN 10: 0820331376 Pages: 336 Publication Date: 30 March 2008 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Tertiary & Higher Education , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Out of print, replaced by POD  We will order this item for you from a manufatured on demand supplier. Language: English Table of ContentsReviewsA mine of information and an entertaining history. --Journal of Natural History An important book that will likely become the definitive text on the status and history of wild pigs in the United States . . . Moreover, it stands as one of the finest studies of the invasion of an exotic species and of the interplay between a domestic animal and its feral relatives. --Conservation Biology By all measures, a well researched piece of writing. --Choice I am impressed with the scope and detail presented here. . . . This book is a welcomed reference because increasing resource management issues are inevitable for this species. --California Fish and Game It is evident that Mayer and Brisbin have meticulously researched the populations described in this book. . . . This book is a notably objective work and is one of the best references available on wild pigs. It represents an ordered, concise history that is easily followed. . . . Anyone needing information on wild pigs should find it a useful reference. --Journal of Wildlife Management Mayer and Brisbin have written the definitive book on the history, current status, and morphology of wild pigs in this country. It is not designed simply to satisfy idle curiosity. Their work will help biologists to make distinctions that were not usually possible until now. --Audubon This book delivers exactly what its title promises. --Journal of Mammalogy Thorough, well written . . . It should serve as an important reference for professional mammalogists and those employed by federal and state wildlife agencies. --ASB Bulletin It is evident that Mayer and Brisbin have meticulously researched the populations described in this book. . . . This book is a notably objective work and is one of the best references available on wild pigs. It represents an ordered, concise history that is easily followed. . . . Anyone needing information on wild pigs should find it a useful reference. -- H. Lee Stribling Journal of Wildlife Management Author InformationLehr Brisbin (Author) I. LEHR BRISBIN JR. is a senior research scientist at the Savannah River Ecology Laboratory. John J. Mayer (Author) JOHN J. MAYER is a senior research scientist at Westinghouse Savannah River Company. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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