The Badger, also known by its scientific name Meles meles, is a fascinating animal belonging to the Mustelidae family, which also includes animals such as martens, minks and polecats. It is widespread in the northern hemisphere, especially in most European countries.
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Badgers are solitary, nocturnal animals that spend most of their day in underground burrows. They are very active animals and can dig up to 3 meters deep. Their dense fur protects them from the cold and mud when they go out hunting at night.
Badgers are about 60 cm long, with a tail of about 15 cm. It weighs 4 to 7 kg and has a thick, soft coat that can vary in color from dark gray to light brown, with white patches on the belly. Their front legs are shorter than their hind legs, enabling them to run at a top speed of 25 to 30 km/h.
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