- Distinctive Feature: It is named for the faint, lighter-colored band of hair that runs across its shoulders, forming a "collar".
- Diet and Behavior: Peccaries are omnivorous, using their tough snouts to dig for roots, fruits, and small animals.
- Habitat: They are highly adaptable and found in various habitats, including dense rainforests, arid scrublands, and deserts.
- Social Structure: They live in close-knit family groups or larger herds, which provides protection against predators.
