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Honey Badger: Facts, Habits and Characteristics Guide
All you need to know about this small carnivore
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated Jun 19, 2025
Text by: Nisarg Prakash
Design by: Diviya Mehra
Updated Jun 19, 2025
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All you need to know about this small carnivore
What do honey badgers eat?
They eat small mammals, reptiles and insects.
How long do honey badgers live?
They have a lifespan of over 7 years.
Can honey badgers climb trees?
Yes, they are very agile. Honey badgers can climb trees, swim and also cover long distances while hunting.
Can honey badgers resist venom?
Honey badgers are resistant to the bites of many species of venomous snakes and scorpions.
About the Authors
is a wildlife biologist working with RoundGlass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better.
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.