During early development, in which Nick Wilde was planned to be the main protagonist of the film, the Razorbacks were an elite police force and minor antagonists. Because of Nick's illegal deeds, they were always trying to catch him and bring him into custody. They also consisted of tapirs nicknamed "sniffers" due to their excellent sense of smell, which led to Nick's fear of them.
After the focus of the film switched to Judy Hopps, they were scrapped from the final cut and did not appear in Zootopia. However, they were reworked into Zootopia 2.
Role in the Film
The Razorbacks arrive at the Zootennial Gala to apprehend Gary De'Snake, who escapes with help from Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde.
They later chase Judy, Nick, and Gary through Marsh Market.
Their title is a play on "razorback", a term used for a feral or wild pig.
As evidenced by their uniforms, the Razorbacks' headquarters may have been at the T.U.S.K. Government Building, a location that was scrapped from the first film as well.
Two members of the Razorbacks wre recycled into Hoggbottom and Truffler.
