Characteristic features This animals basic colour is black. The forehead, back and tail is white greyish. The honey badger can reach a shoulder height of 20-25 cm and a weight of 8-15kg. They can be found in all parts of Africa
Special characteristics Honey badgers are loners, which can be seen day and night as long as they feel secure.
Food Being omnivore, this animal lives on insects, small mammals, birds, eggs, snakes, fruits and nodules.
Enemies The only enemy of the honey badger are animals of the same species.
Life expectancy Honey badgers can live for up to 20-24 years.
