Turopolje pig (Turopoljska svinja)

Turopoljska svinja is a Croatian pig breed named after its place of origin, Turopolje. It is believed that Turopolje pig is a result of cross-breeding the Siska breed with the Krskopoljski breed. These pigs have white or grey skin with black spots, while the ears are drooping.

They are one of the oldest breeds of pigs in Europe, which are nowadays very rare and almost extinct, and in Croatia it is the oldest breed of pig. Their meat is succulent and juicy, with a pinkish color, which is why Turopolje pigs are highly regarded in the region.

Besides standard culinary uses, Turopoljska svinja is a huge tourist attraction in the Lonjsko polje nature reserve.