sus scrofa natural muddy habitat observation

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Sus scrofa in natural muddy habitat observation Royalty Free Stock Photo

Observation of Sus scrofa in semi-controlled muddy Royalty Free Stock Photo

Sus scrofa in natural muddy habitat observation. This photograph captures a European wild boar Sus scrofa foraging in a muddy forest clearing typically used for wallowing. The behavior helps in thermoregulation and parasite removal. The environment reflects a natural temperate woodland ecosystem with high soil moisture supporting diverse faunal activity. The species is native to much of Europe and plays a key role in forest ecology by soil disturbance and seed dispersal.