Getty Images Wild boar have fewer young than Scotland hybridised feral pigs Mr Watson said wild boar could have four to six piglets per sow, but due to hybridisation with domestic pigs the number ...

THOOTHUKUDI: After a feral pig injured three farmers in Ayankarisalkulam, the public beat the pig to death. Forest officials could not take action as feral pigs are not categorised as wild boars.

Feral pigs are out of control in the Highlands' Great Glen, according to some local residents. The animals have been blamed for killing sheep and damaging grazing land on crofts and farms.