Bentheim Black Pied
Bentheim Black Pied
Also known as: Buntes Bentheimer Schwein
This breed originated in the region â€?Grafschaft Bentheimâ€? in northern Germany. In the beginning of the 20th century there was a large number of colored swine in this region. Local breeds were crossed with Berkshire and Cornwalls. After the 1950’s the breed was nearly extincted. A herdbook was started in 1988.
Characteristics: Middle-sized, white with black spots in grey rings. Hardy and long-lived, high fertility (9.2 piglets/litter). Rare breed with about 100 registred breeding animals.
boar: Hight: 75 cm Weight: 250 kg
sow: Hight: 70 cm Weight: 180 kg
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