The Bullyland Sow model brings the essence of farm life into your hands with remarkable craftsmanship. Made from durable, eco-friendly materials, this hand-painted figure captures the natural appearance of a sow with lifelike detail, from the texture of its skin to the gentle contours of its body. The attention to anatomical accuracy makes it a valuable educational resource for teaching children about farm animals.
Real-Life Sows:
In real life, a sow is an adult female pig, particularly one that has given birth. Sows are essential in pig farming, as they are responsible for producing litters of piglets. Typically, a sow can give birth to around 10-12 piglets per litter, and under optimal conditions, she can have multiple litters per year. Sows are larger than boars (male pigs), often weighing between 300 to 600 kilograms. They are known for their nurturing instincts, as they provide care and protection to their piglets.
Sows are omnivores, eating a diet that consists of grains, fruits, vegetables, and other plant material, and in commercial farming, they are often fed balanced feed to ensure their health and productivity. Domesticated for thousands of years, pigs, including sows, are prized for their ability to convert feed into meat efficiently, making them one of the most important livestock animals worldwide.
Sows also have a social nature, often living in groups and communicating with various vocalizations, including grunts and squeals. They display high levels of intelligence and, when treated well, can form strong bonds with humans and other animals.
