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THE GREAT THICK-SKINNED ANIMALS 
which, when aroused, exhibits a more surly and vindictive temper than 
an old wild hog. In common with the rest of its tribe, it shows but 
little sagacity, and rushes upon any object that has excited its anger. 
In most instances, when its antagonists are other wild creatures, its 
thick hide and great strength enable it to pass through a conflict in 
safety. The long white tusks which arm its under jaws are kept 
PURSUIT OF THE WILD HOG 
sharp as razors by constant friction against the upper ones, and deadly 
are the blows it is able to deliver with them, striking with a sure aim 
and with great rapidity. 
Although, as a rule, the color of the wild pigs is black or brown, 
there are instances when the hue of the coat is not without beauty. 
Thus the Red River hog of Africa has long tufts to its ears, which are 
pointed and slender, and the fur is a rich reddish-brown, with the base 
