The Philippine Native pig is either black or black with a white belly. Varieties include Ilocos and Jalajala. The Berkjala, Diani, Kaman, Koronadel and Libtong breeds were all developed from this breed. It is now thought to be extinct.

 

The breed is very prolific, in average the gilts could exhibit signs of sexual maturity as young as 4 to 5 months. They have a low feed conversion ration. Growing swine reach 60 kilos during the 6 to 8 months fattening period. This breed is popular throughout the Philippines in for Letchon (broiled whole pig).

 

 

References

Professor Liwayway H. Acero, Philippines

 

Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B. International. 273 pp.