True or False: Wild pigs are subject to the same tagging requirements as other animals under the S401 permit.

Wild pigs are classified differently than many other wildlife species and are not subject to the same tagging requirements that apply to other animals under the S401 permit. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has established specific regulations for wild pigs that recognize their unique status as a non-native, invasive species. Unlike other game animals that require detailed reporting and tagging procedures, wild pigs can be harvested without the same constraints, reflecting their management strategy focused on controlling their population due to the ecological impact they have.

This distinction emphasizes the agency's approach to managing wildlife resources efficiently while acknowledging the need to control non-native species like wild pigs that can disrupt local ecosystems. Thus, the statement about wild pigs being subject to the same tagging requirements as other animals is false, highlighting the unique regulatory framework that exists for their management.