EXMOOR could be the scene of a second 'Tamworth Two' tale after the revelation yesterday (Thursday) that a Vietnamese pot bellied pig is on the loose. RSPCA officers are leading the porcine hunt after receiving a number of calls from people who have spotted the creature roaming in Moor Wood on Minehead's North Hill. But despite several visits to the area over the last couple of weeks, the charity's inspectors have been unable to capture the renegade pig who could simply be following in the footsteps of the two Tamworth pigs whose bid for freedom from an abattoir in 1998 - later made into a film - lasted a week. Now an appeal has been launched for the public's help in the hope of finding out where the pig comes from and whether it has escaped or was deliberately abandoned in the area. Inspector Pete Barton, who is investigating the case of the elusive non-ruminant, said: "At the moment it is impossible to tell whether the pig was abandoned in the area or whether it has escaped from a home nearby or it is constantly straying. "If we can discover where the pig came from originally, it will be much easier to set about catching it. "Then we can make a decision about where it will go once it is caught." The pig, described as large, has a tag in its ear, a legal requirement, which means it is registered with DEFRA. However, it will be impossible to read it until the pig's freedom is curtailed and it is firmly under lock and key. The Vietnamese pot bellied breed was developed in the 1960s and was originally brought into Sweden and Canada, since moving into a number of countries, including Britain. Fully grown, they weigh an average 70 to 150lbs but can reach 200lbs. They are usually around three feet long and stand at about 15 inches. Most people who buy them want them as pets as they are regarded as an affordable alternative to cats and dogs. But experts say they do not remain small, cute and cuddly and dislike being lifted up or restricted in any way. Anyone with information on the West Somerset escapee is urged to ring the RSPCA cruelty and information hotline on 08705 555999 and leave a message for Inspector Barton. Calls will be treated in strictest confidence.