A Pig in Ravello

Ravello, Italy ~ April 21, 2004

This little pig poking its nose and trotters out of the wall of an arcaded walkway in Ravello has to be one of the most unexpected discoveries of animals art that I can remember. Just when you think the architecture is looking sedate and refined, here comes a surprise. Oink.

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Pigs in Portland

Portland, Oregon ~ April 18, 2010

Northwest 23rd Street

They look so animated. What are they talking about?

Today's post for "On the Pavement" also includes animal art.

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Mud-wrestling Babirusa Brothers

Portland, Oregon ~ February 16, 2008

Oregon Zoo

Yes, indeed, these two young babirusa brothers seemed to be having a good time chasing each other and rolling around in the mud at the Oregon Zoo in Portland. The zoo visitors were having fun, too.

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A Pig-deer by Any Other Name . . .

A young babirusa (Babyrousa babyrussa)
Oregon Zoo
Portland, Oregon ~ February 16, 2008
On the Oregon Zoo's Web Site
More photos on Sheryl's Personal Blog

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A Handsome Young Pig

Visayan Warty Pig (Sus cebifrons)

At the Oregon Zoo

Portland, Oregon ~ February 16, 2008

Wikipedia / Oregon Zoo

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