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Javelina or collared peccary of Southern Arizona Introduction to Javelina Javelina are a Collared peccary that evolved in South America and migrated north. Currently they reside in 3 US states, Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas. Though they have pig-like features and some mannerisms they are in a family all their own. Adults, typically weigh between 35-60lbs and they typically live in groups of about 5-25 Javelina called herds or squadrons. These herds typically have a home rang