The American badger (Taxida taxus) and the raccoon (genus: Procyon) are two mammals that are unrelated to each other but they’re roughly the same size, eat many of the same things, and look somewhat similar, are active at night, and live in the same region. They have a lot of things in common but have … Read more
The American badger is a very active creature. It is very energetic whenever it’s awake and can sometimes be observed digging or sniffing around for its next meal. One can’t help but wonder: Do badgers ever sleep or take a break? Of course, badgers sleep. Every animal on this planet needs to rest and replenish … Read more
The American badger (Taxida taxus) is not at the top of the food chain, but it’s an extremely versatile animal when it comes to its diet. Badgers have very few natural predators, and actually sometimes consume other smaller-sized predators. They are primarily meat-eaters but can also eat various plants, fruits, and mushrooms when an easy … Read more
If you’re looking to locate and find the natural habitats of the American badger, you’ve got a lot of places to visit. American badgers (Taxida taxus), or just “badgers”, according to locals, are weasels that belong to the Mustelidae family and are widely distributed across the North American continent. They populate locations with abundant food … Read more
American badgers are short-legged carnivores of the family Mustelidae, which also includes weasels, otters, and polecats. They look similar to many other mustelids but have some unique characteristics. They are usually found in open and dry areas in North America. Badgers are mostly nocturnal animals. During the day, they rest in their dens, which can … Read more
American badgers and red foxes are part of the very rich biodiversity of North America. Each of the two has its own distinct characteristics, but they also have a few shared traits that may dictate the kind of relationship these animals will have once they cross each other’s path. This article will focus on the … Read more
American badgers, like other badgers, are fierce and have features built to defend themselves. And speaking of defense, do you ever wonder how these badgers are when it comes to protecting their territories? Are they territorial or more of the lenient kind? Well, American badgers are indeed territorial. This behavior is not surprising since they … Read more
Badgers And Their Aggressive Tendencies American Badgers are notoriously known to be aggressive when threatened. Wild animals, like badgers, show aggression as a means of showing other animals or humans that they do not care for their presence and that they need to leave them alone. These animals are known to be solitary and shy. … Read more
American badgers have gained a reputation for being fierce and grumpy despite their persistently small and squat appearance. Their head appears disproportionately small in relation to the rest of the body while retaining a strong image. American badgers are mammals known for their low stature, long claws, and short, muscular limbs that help them easily … Read more
There are a lot of different wild animal noises that fill the air in North America, and it can be hard to tell exactly who is responsible for what sounds. American badgers make a variety of vocalizations for many reasons, from communicating amongst themselves to warding off potential dangers. From the different sounds you can … Read more
