Norristown in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Chacoan Peccary
Catagonus wagneri
— Species Survival Plan —
Lives in herds of up to 10 individuals.
Diet: Special adaptations enable it to eat tough vegetation like cacti, bromeliad roots and acacia pods.
Range: Hot, dry regions of South America including western Paraguay, south eastern Bolivia and northern Argentina.
The Chacoan peccary has large, well developed sinuses that help it survive in a dry, dusty habitat. Small feet and long legs help it to move easily through spiny plants.
Quick Fact - Once believed extinct; rediscovered in 1972.
Conservation Corner
Chacoan peccaries are threatened by habitat loss due to cattle ranching and road construction, as well as by uncontrolled hunting.
Erected by Elmwood Park Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Environment • Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1972.
Location. 40° 7.947′ N, 75° 20.272′ W. Marker is in Norristown, Pennsylvania, in Montgomery County. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Harding Boulevard and Chain Street, on the right when traveling south. The marker stands on the grounds of Elmwood Park Zoo. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 1661 Harding Blvd, Norristown PA 19401, United States of America. Touch for directions.
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