Land Manager Resources Publications By Species Feral Hogs
Feral Hogs
Estimate of Herpetofauna Depridation by a Population of Wild Pigs (2010)
This study was first published in the Journal of Mammalogy and analyzed depredation of threatened reptile and amphibian populations by wild pigs. Results suggest that wild pigs are opportunistic consumers that can exploit and potentially have a negative impact on species with particular life history characteristics.
Recognizing Feral Hog Sign (2010)
Deals with the evidence or sign the hogs leave in passing. By being able to read sign, AgriLife Extension wildlife specialist Dr. Jim Cathey said landowners can learn where the animals are traveling and apply the appropriate management technique to reduce their numbers.Corral Traps for Capturing Feral Hogs (2010)
This publication discusses large traps that Dr. Jim Cathey said have proven useful in reducing hog numbers quickly. According to AgriLife Extension wildlife specialist Chancey Lewis, feral hogs typically travel in large family groups called “sounders,” and a corral trap can often be used to capture the entire group.Box Traps for Capturing Feral Hogs (2010)
This publication deals with a second option that should be considered after corral traps, Dr. Cathey said. While they are not the best choice for removing large hog numbers, box traps, because they are readily movable, can be used to quickly remove small numbers from trouble spots.Snaring Feral Hogs (2010)
This publication offers instructions on placement and handling of snares. Snares are ideal for situations where feral hogs have become wary of box or corral traps. Snares are also much cheaper than traps, according to Lewis.
Building a Feral Hog Snare (2010)
This publication provides step-by-step instructions for producing snares used for catching feral hogs.
Distribution and Interspecies Contact of Feral Swine and Cattle on Rangeland in South Texas:Implications for Disease Transmission (2010)
Study analyzing the contact between feral hogs and cattle and the ease of spread of diseases such as foot-and-mouth disease
Wild Hog Hunting: Stay Healthy on Your Hunt (2009)
This brochure produced by federal agencies and distributed by state officials is aimed at helping to prevent human brucellosis infections from wild hog hunting.
