White-lipped Peccary - Special Behavior

Special Behavior

White-lipped peccaries have a scent gland on their back, which emits a scent making a strong bond between members of the herd. White-lipped peccaries are a good indicator of how healthy the forest is because they live in such large herds and in large areas.

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