The Warthog from Schleich WILD LIFE has strange looking warts and curved tusks that are up to 30 cm long. The Warthog from Schleich WILD LIFE is a mammal that lives in Africa and primarily eats roots, tubers and berries. It has wart-shaped growths under the eyes and above the nose. They aren’t actually warts but rather particularly thick skin that protects the animal from serious injury during fights. The tusks are used to defend against lions, hyenas, leopards and wild dogs. The Warthog from Schleich WILD LIFE is a mammal that lives in Africa and primarily eats roots, tubers and berries. It has wart-shaped growths under the eyes and above the nose. They arent actually warts but rather particularly thick skin that protects the animal from serious injury during fights. The tusks are used to defend against lions, hyenas, leopards and wild dogs. Information Product Code is 14843 Theme Safari Product Type Figurines Franchise Wild Life is this item a choking hazard None conservatiostatus Least concern Primary habitat Savanna Scientific name Phacochoerus aethiopicus Global home Africa FUN FACT : To dig, however, warthogs do not use their tasks, instead using their snout and hoofs. Suites Ages 3-8 Schleich figurines are modelled in the finest detail to help children learn while they play. This item is part of the WILD LIFE Theme world and is suitable for children aged 3-8