The collared peccary is a pig-like mammal found throughout the southwestern U.S., Central America, and parts of South America. It gets its name from the pale collar of fur that wraps around its shoulders. They live in social groups called “squadrons” and communicate with grunts, squeals, and scent glands that leave a strong musky odor. Tough and adaptable, collared peccaries thrive in deserts, forests, and even urban edges. This one was photographed earlier this year in Costa Rica. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 9000, f/5.6 at 1/400th of a second.
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The collared peccary is a pig-like mammal found throughout the southwestern U.S., Central America, and parts of South America. It gets its name from the pale collar of fur that wraps around its shoulders. They live in social groups called “squadrons” and communicate with grunts, squeals, and scent glands that leave a strong musky odor. Tough and adaptable, collared peccaries thrive in deserts, forests, and even urban edges. This one was photographed earlier this year in Costa Rica. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 500mm PF lens, ISO 9000, f/5.6 at 1/400th of a second.
I bet he looks friendlier than he is! But this portrait makes me want to rub that cute snout
Ha, yes, they did get a bit aggressive from time to time when I got too close.