Pesticide contamination found in wild pig

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Scientists have detected pesticide residues in wild pigs in California, drawing new attention to chemical exposure in hunter-harvested wildlife. The findings suggest that toxic compounds used in agriculture may be accumulating in animals that roam farmlands and forests alike. Experts warn that this contamination could pose health risks not only to wildlife populations but also to people, highlighting the need for stronger monitoring and environmental safeguards.

Source

McMillin, Stella & Poppenga, Robert & Chandler, Shannon & Clifford, Deana. (2018). Anticoagulant Rodenticide Residues in Game Animals in California. Proceedings of the Vertebrate Pest Conference. 28. 10.5070/V42811044.

Additional Reading

https://wildlife.ca.gov/News/Archive/poison-detection-in-wild-pigs-brings-attention-to-pesticide-exposure-in-hunter-harvested-wildlife

https://www.discovermagazine.com/wild-pigs-are-turning-bright-blue-in-california-and-authorities-say-to-stay-away-47946

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/08/04/pigs-blue-dyed-meat-poison/85517042007/