Watch now: Young javelina chows down at Tucson Wildlife Center
- Courtesy of Tucson Wildlife Center
Jesse Tellez
Digital Editor
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The furry youngster has been at Tucson Wildlife Center for about two weeks recovering from pneumonia and a low body temperature, but is reportedly on the road to recovery.
According to TWC, javelina enjoy eating potatoes, apples, zucchinis, squash, watermelons, and pumpkins, among other foods. Leftover pumpkins from this Halloween season that are free of mold and chemicals can be donated to TWC for the javelina.
TWC is asking those wanting to donate their pumpkins to call ahead at (520)-290-9453 before bringing them to the center at 13275 E. Speedway Blvd.ย
Jesse Tellez
Digital Editor
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Since the beginning of October, residents in Rancho Vistoso, El Conqistador Golf Club and Oro Valley Country Club have reported javelina charging or attacking them or their pets.
Game officials offer reward for info leading to an arrest in the "cruel and inhumane" shooting.
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