Country
Specie
ISO3
ZMB
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Specific reproductive characteristic
The fertility of the local types seems to be remarkably high, with two (2) litters per year of up to ten (10) piglets per litter.
Color comments
multi coloured: grey, black, black and white and rarely brown
Other specific visible traits
It has a short straight hair coat with a flat but sometimes concave head. It possesses a short snout, small ear size and a pot- bellied medium body frame and size. The back is hollow and the rump is straight.
Domestication status
domestic
Description of origin
indigenous breed pig.
Location within country
It is widely distributed in the Eastern Province with a high population in Petauke District.
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
