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Domestic pigs were first introduced in America in 1539. The explorer, Hernando de Soto brought them with on his explorations out of Mexico.

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Explorer introduced pigs to North America?

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What explorer introduced pigs to North America?

The explorer who introduced pigs to North America was Christopher Columbus in 1493 during his second voyage. Pigs were brought to the Caribbean islands, which are considered part of North America geographically.


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What explorer brought pigs to North America?

Christopher Columbus brought pigs to North America during his second voyage in 1493. He introduced them to the island of Hispaniola, which is now home to Haiti and the Dominican Republic.


Did Columbus introduce pigs to the us?

Yes, Christopher Columbus brought pigs to the Americas during his voyages in the late 15th century. Pigs were introduced to several islands in the Caribbean and later to mainland North America by Spanish explorers.


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Where are wild pigs from?

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Are guinea pigs from America?

no


Which contienent does guinea pigs live on?

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How and when were wild boars introduced to the wild?

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