locations in Assam, these being Sonai Rupai, Orang and Barnadi National Parks. Another 60 individuals remain in captivity as a safety net population in order to reproduce pygmy hogs for future releases. In 2024, nine pygmy hogs were released into Manas National Park, increasing its population to 63 individuals.

In 2024, there were around 420 pygmy hogs in the wild and 95 in breeding