badger
Mammal, Carnivore, Nocturnal, Burrower, Omnivorous, Solitary, Short-legged, Stocky, Greyish-brown, Striped,1 Sharp claws,1 Long snout,1 Energetic,1 Agile,1 Fast runner,1 Excellent sense of smell,1 Territorial,1 Social hierarchy,1 Communicates through vocalizations,20. Digs extensive underground tunnels,2 Builds multiple chambers,2 Stores food for winter,2 Feeds on small mammals, insects, and fruits,2 Can be found in various habitats,2 Adaptable,2 Intelligent,2 Strong bite force,2 Non-aggressive unless provoked,2 Plays a role in ecosystem balance,30. Helps control rodent populations,3 Can transmit diseases to humans,3 Protected in some regions,3 Hunted for fur in the past,3 Populations declining in certain areas,3 Listed as a species of least concern by IUCN,3 Lives up to 10 years in the wild,3 Reproduces through sexual reproduction,3 Gives birth to 1-5 cubs,3 Cubs are born blind and helpless,40. Mother provides care and protection,4 Cubs become independent after several months,4 Mates during spring or summer,4 Vocal during mating season,4 Scent marking for territorial defense,4 Can emit a strong odor when threatened,4 Sensitive to environmental changes,4 Susceptible to habitat loss,4 Vulnerable to road accidents,4 Plays a role in folklore and mythology,50. Subject of scientific research and conservation efforts.
