# @sandiegozoo on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C5odSTARbAs
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/34248517-sandiegozoo-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/fddc9a4bcf.jpg
- **Posted:** 2024-04-11T19:00:00.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** San Diego Zoo (@sandiegozoo) — https://gondola.cc/sandiegozoo

## Caption

Tusk around and find out 🐗

The babirusa, with its unique tusks, could be considered the “unicorns” of the pig world, adding a touch of myth to Indonesia’s forests. These curved tusks are not just for show; they play a crucial role in the babirusa’s social and reproductive behaviors. Despite their intimidating appearance, these “pig deer” are herbivores, spending much of their time peacefully foraging for fruits and plants.

#Babirusa #Pig #UpToTheTusk #TuskTusk #SanDiegoZoo

## Stats

- **Views:** 44,704
- **Likes:** 3,746
- **Shares:** 0
- **Comments:** 46

## Tags

pig, uptothetusk, tusktusk, sandiegozoo, babirusa

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