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Originally Posted by scottmandue

Long story short they breed like rabbits and we can't kill them fast enough.

Feral hogs have a gestation period of only 115 days and reach sexual maturity in just 6 months. The population of this invasive species has the potential to triple in just 14 – 16 months and they have no natural predators. These non-native hogs are nearly impossible to eradicate and Texas’ need to protect its native wildlife and agricultural industries has reached a fever pitch.

Texas has over 4 million wild hogs running rampant, and the population is in direct competition for resources and habitats against native wildlife including some endangered species. Ground nesting bird populations are especially at risk. Feral hogs destroy ecosystems by over foraging, destabilizing soil in wetland areas, and upsetting creek or stream beds by way of excessive rooting and wallowing. This damage and destruction puts further stress on endangered and protected species struggling to survive in the area.

Recent studies have revealed that 75% of Texas’ hog population must be eradicated each year, just to MAINTAIN the current population – not reduce it. The Texas Legislature passed HB 716 in response to these devastating numbers. The Great State of Texas has ruled feral hogs a threat to the State and these hogs may be taken by any means or methods necessary.