Warthog
Phacochoerus africanus
Least Concern
IUCN Red List status · Population stable as of 2023
About the Warthog
Warthogs are tough, adaptable animals that play an important role in the savannah ecosystem. Their digging creates burrows used by many other species, and they are a key prey species for large predators.
Region
East Africa
Population
Unknown
Trend
Data Year
2023
Key Facts
Habitat Types
Found In
Why Africa's Wildlife Matters
Africa's megafauna are not just iconic — they are ecosystem engineers. The loss of a single keystone species can trigger cascading collapses across entire biomes. Elephants create waterholes, lions regulate prey, and predators maintain the biodiversity that keeps Africa's grasslands and forests functioning.
20%
of Earth's bird species in Africa
25%
of mammals found in Africa
3,000+
endemic plant species at risk
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