The reproductive pattern and potential of free ranging female wild boars (Sus scrofa) in Sweden

Abstract Background The number and spatial distribution of wild boars (Sus scrofa) has increased remarkably in Sweden as well as in other European countries. To understand the population dynamics of the wild boar, knowledge of its reproductive period, oestrus cycle and reproductive success is essent...

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Main Authors: Anna Malmsten, Gunnar Jansson, Nils Lundeheim, Anne-Marie Dalin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-08-01
Series:Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13028-017-0321-0