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American badger

American badger
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The American badger (Taxidea taxus) is a carnivorous mammal native to North America.

The American badger is a North American badger similar in appearance to the European badger, although not closely related. It is found in the western, central, and northeastern United States, northern Mexico, and south-central Canada to certain areas of southwestern British Columbia. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Taxidea taxus
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Mustelidae
Diet
Carnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
North America
Weight
8 kg
Length
56 cm
Lifespan
25 years
Activity
Diurnal
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does an American badger eat?

The american badger is a carnivore, feeding on other animals.

How big is an American badger?

The american badger weighs around 8 kg and measures about 56 cm.

How long do American badgers live?

In the wild, the american badger can live up to about 25 years.

Where do American badgers live?

American badgers are found in North America, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the american badger endangered?

The american badger is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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