Meishan Pig
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| Scientific name | Sus scrofa domesticus |
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| Rank | Breed |
| Place of origin | US |
| Country of origin | China |
| Higher classification | Domestic pig |
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| ID | 2936719 |
About Meishan Pig
The Meishan is a breed of domestic pig named for the Chinese prefecture of Meishan. It is a sub-group of the Taihu pig and is a small to medium-sized breed with large drooping ears, and wrinkled black skin. Meishan Pigs are extremely docile and renowned for their tender and flavorful red meat pork.