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Investigating the Occurrence and Damage of Wild Pig (Sus scrofa) in Cassava Ecosystems of Kerala
Abstract: The study investigates the occurrence and impact of wild pigs on cassava crops in selected locations of Thrissur and Palakkad districts of Kerala, spanning from July 2022 to May 2023. Data were collected from 10 sites, where each 1-acre field was divided into 5 quadrants for monitoring. The presence of wild pigs was tracked weekly through pug marks, infrared cameras, and farmer reports, while the extent of cassava plant damage …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 16–20 Read article