European Badger

Basic Information

Anatomy

A compact body, with a long snout

Ecology and Habitats

Burrows in woods and hills

Dietary Needs and Habits

Omnivore, mostly plants

Additional Information

Facial characteristics

White face with black stripes

by Art n Zeug

Scientific Name

Meles meles

Origin/Ancestry

European

Lifespan

up to 15 years

Average Weight

7-14 kg