Kunekune pig lying down in the hay at Paignton Zoo in Devon, UK

Kunekune pig

Here at Paignton Zoo we have one male Kunekune pig named Potter. You can find him living next to our pygmy goats, next to Monkey Heights.

Kunekune PigSus scrofa domesticus

  • Class:

    Mammalia

  • Order:

    Artiodactyla

  • Family:

    Suidae

About the Kunekune pig

Kunekune pigs are a unique and charming breed of pig native to New Zealand. Kunekunes are known for their friendly and gentle nature. They are often described as “dog-like” in their behaviour, as they tend to bond closely with humans.

These pigs are playful and intelligent animals, enjoying activities like rooting, exploring, and interacting with their surroundings.

Conservation

Kunekune pigs are currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, this is due to the domestication of the breed and how they are largely kept as pets or grazers by humans which keeps their population secure.