Honey badger
The honey badger (Mellivora capensis) is an omnivorous mammal native to Africa.
The honey badger, also known as the ratel, is a mammal widely distributed across Africa, Southwest Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. It is the sole living representative of the Mellivorinae subfamily of the Mustelidae. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Mellivora capensis
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Mustelidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Africa
- Weight
- 9 kg
- Length
- 68 cm
- Lifespan
- 31.3 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a honey badger eat?
The honey badger is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
How big is a honey badger?
The honey badger weighs around 9 kg and measures about 68 cm.
How long do honey badgers live?
In the wild, the honey badger can live up to about 31.3 years.
Where do honey badgers live?
Honey badgers are found in Africa, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the honey badger endangered?
The honey badger is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.