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Common Warthog - By water pool - Lives in open and arid areas in central and southern Africa - In spite of great tolerance of heat and drought they depend upon natural and self-dug shelters to escape extremes of heat and cold
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Common Warthog - By water pool - Lives in open and arid areas in central and southern Africa - In spite of great tolerance of heat and drought they depend upon natural and self-dug shelters to escape extremes of heat and cold
CAN-2367
Common Warthog - By water pool
South Africa
Phacochoerus africanus
John Cancalosi
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Warthogs - Masters of the Waterhole Oasis!
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. In this photo print, meet CAN-2367, a charismatic Common Warthog living his best life by a refreshing water pool in central and southern Africa. Known for their resilience in open and arid areas, these wild pigs have found ingenious ways to beat the heat. Despite their incredible tolerance for scorching temperatures and droughts, warthogs rely on natural shelters and self-dug burrows to escape extreme weather conditions. They're no strangers to luxury either - high densities are aided by abundant aardvark holes that serve as cozy hideaways from both sweltering heatwaves and chilly nights. But it's not just about comfort; these unique creatures also sport some serious facial fashion! Look closely at CAN-2367's snout adorned with three pairs of thickened skin masses known as "warts". These peculiar callosities provide essential protection for their jaws, eyes, and muzzle against potential predators lurking in the African wilderness. John Cancalosi has perfectly captured this moment of tranquility where our adorable warthog friend takes a break from his busy day. With majestic tusks gleaming under the warm South African sun, he reminds us all that even in the harshest environments, there's always time for a refreshing dip! So dive into this enchanting print showcasing nature's resilient spirit while celebrating one of Africa's most fascinating mammals – the mighty warthog!
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