A feral pig has pinched multiple 6-packs of beer and run riot at a Pilbara campsite

A booze-stealing feral pig that is wreaking havoc in the Pilbara has prompted a reminder for travellers at camp sites and rest stops to ensure their food and alcohol is safely secured.

It is believed the animal has drunk up to 18 cans of beer at the DeGrey River rest area - east of Port Hedland - over the past few days.

Fionna Findley from Main Roads says the animal caused a nuisance, ransacking bin bags left in the area by cleanup crews.

"They bundle up the rubbish in liners and then they attend to other rest areas nearby, and when they returned it was all ripped apart," Ms Findley said.

"And when they were talking to some of the road users that were parked over for the night, I think they were camping actually, they said the pig stole their beers, drank them and then afterwards proceeded to tear apart the bin liners.

"We just want to remind everyone when you do pull over make sure [your food and alcohol] is securely stored because there are a lot of animals out there that are keen for a free feed.

One camper named Merida recounted the tale told to her by fellow campers.


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