Honey Badgers

Honey badgers are small but very brave animals. They live in Africa and parts of Asia. Honey badgers have tough skin, sharp claws, and strong teeth. They are known as one of the fiercest animals in the world for their size.

Super Tough

Honey badgers have very loose, thick skin. This helps protect them from bites and stings. They can even fight off much bigger animals like lions and hyenas. Honey badgers are not afraid of anything. They will stand their ground against almost any predator. Their skin is so tough that most things cannot bite through it.

Clever Eaters

Honey badgers got their name because they love to eat honey and bee larvae. They dig into beehives to find their favorite food. They also eat snakes, frogs, birds, and small mammals. Honey badgers are very smart and can use tools. They are one of the few animals known to solve puzzles to get food.

Fun Facts

• Honey badgers can survive snake bites that would kill most other animals.
• They have been seen using sticks and logs to help them climb.
• A honey badger's skin is so loose it can twist around to bite an attacker.

Did You Know?

Honey badgers sometimes follow a bird called the honeyguide. The bird leads them to beehives, and then both the bird and the badger share the treats inside.