The northern Chinese boar (Sus scrofa moupinensis) is a subspecies of wild boar native to China and Vietnam, with its range extending into Sichuan. Described by Alphonse Milne-Edwards in 1871, it is believed to be the ancestor of domestic pigs.
This boar is notable for its very fine, robust bristles, making it ideal for various fly tying applications. Its natural color ranges from off-white to black, and it is commonly used for tails, feelers, or legs, particularly in shrimp and prawn patterns. Additionally, northern Chinese boar hair can be used for ribbing and body material in dry flies, although it often needs to be soaked in hot water for a few minutes to make the hair more pliable.
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