"Calico" describes a color pattern in hogs. This pattern typically features a mix of red or sandy and black areas. The coloring can range from just a patch on the hip or small area to the entire body. Some folks also call this the "tri-colored" pattern. So, just like a calico cat, a calico hog has a distinctive mix of colors that makes it stand out in the sty.
Questions that use this term.
Which is the calico-colored barrow?
Which is the calico barrow?
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