Newborn:
* Size: Tiny, about the size of a small house cat.
* Color: Striped with alternating bands of dark brown and pale yellow. This helps camouflage them in the undergrowth.
* Features: Short, stubby legs; small ears; and a blunt snout. They have soft, fine hair.
Weaned Piglet (2-4 months):
* Size: Larger, but still much smaller than an adult.
* Color: The stripes start to fade, and the overall color becomes more brown or grey.
* Features: Legs lengthen, ears grow larger, and the snout becomes more prominent.
Young Boar (6-12 months):
* Size: Significantly larger, approaching the size of a medium-sized dog.
* Color: The stripes are completely gone, and the color is typically a uniform brown or grey.
* Features: Develops a more robust build, with a thicker neck and a more pronounced tusk growth.
Adult Boar:
* Size: Much larger than a young boar, often exceeding 200 lbs in weight.
* Color: Can vary from grey to brown to black, depending on the breed and region.
* Features: Fully developed tusks, which are longer and more curved in males; a thick layer of bristles; and a powerful physique.
Important to note: The rate of growth can vary depending on factors like food availability, climate, and genetics.