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A group of gorillas is called a troop. Gorillas are the biggest apes on Earth. They build a fresh leafy nest to sleep in almost every night.
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What Is a Group of Pigs Called? Drift
A group of pigs is called a drift. Below you will find why pigs gather together, fun facts and other animals with the same group name.
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The answer
A group of pigs is called a drift.
Say the word together, then read two quick facts to remember it.
Drift
Say “drift”
A group of pigs is called a drift. Say it slowly and clap for each part of the word.
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Living together
Being in a drift helps pigs stay safe, find food and look after their young.
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Fun fact
Pigs are very smart and can learn their names.
Act it outPretend to be a drift with friends.
Write itWrite “drift” and circle the first letter.
Match gameSay an animal, your child says its group name.
Similar animals
More Animal Group Names
Learn these together with the pig. Tap a name to hear it.
Mammal
A group of leopards is called a leap. Leopards are strong climbers that often rest high up in trees. Their spots are shaped like little roses and are called rosettes.
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A group of meerkats is called a mob. Meerkats live in big family groups in the deserts of southern Africa. One meerkat stands guard on its back legs and calls out if danger is near.
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A group of crocodiles is called a bask. Crocodiles can stay underwater for a long time. A mother crocodile gently carries her babies in her mouth.
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Quick quiz
Group Name Quiz: Pig
A tiny game to check what stuck. Read the question out loud and let your little one tap the answer.
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Questions About Groups of Pigs
A group of pigs is called a drift. They roll in mud to stay cool.
A baby pig is called a piglet.
Many pigs spend time in drifts, especially to find food or raise babies. Pigs are very smart and can learn their names.
Pigs eat grains, vegetables and fruit.
Pigs live in farms worldwide.
Many group names are hundreds of years old. People made them up to describe how the animals look, sound or act together.