Country
Specie
ISO3
ESP
Language
Sp.
Other name
Cochino Negro, Black Canary
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
Animals of this breed are very rustic and very well adapted to semi-extensive and extensive management systems. They are resistant to heat and dry conditions.
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is free of Classical Swine Fever and African Swine Fever.
Special characteristic of product
The breed is known for its good meat quality, lean and high quality of infiltrated fat.
Other special qualities
The breed is known for its good behaviour.
Color comments
uni coloured: black
Wither height males
81.9
Wither height females
78.2
Weight males
170.00
Weight females
130.00
Other specific visible traits
Animals of this breed are short, ultra-concave and thick with long droping ears.
Herdbook
y
Herdbook established
2001
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
composite of prehispanic, English and Spanish black pigs
Location within country
Tenerife, Canary Islands
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
At Risk
Detailed local risk status
Endangered
