Search for other works by this author on: Oxford Academic. Watch Queue Queue It is found in the western and central United States , northern Mexico , and south-central Canada to certain areas of southwestern British Columbia. Sign in. In addition, their burrows provide shelter for small game mammals, like cottontail rabbits.The fur is attractive, it has been used as a trim on Native American garments and historically it was used to make shaving and painting brushes. Taxidea taxus Charles A. Canada hosts the badger in southeast British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, and southern Saskatchewan (Whitaker 1980). Long. Economic Importance for Humans: Positive. Badgers eat many rodent pests, which may carry disease or damage crops. Long" Principal editor for this account was S. A nderson. The American badger, Taxidea taxus, is a mustelid carnivoran with a boldly patterned face and a reputation for ferocity. Sign in to like videos, comment, and subscribe. The American badger (Taxidea taxus) [n 1] is a North American badger , similar in appearance to the European badger although not closely related. bageard, prob. fr. See more ideas about Badger, American, Animals. Taxidea taxus is found across the western U.S. and east to eastern Texas and Oklahoma and parts of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Google Scholar. By using this site, you agree to the use of cookies by Flickr and our partners as described in our cookie policy. Museum of Natural History and Department of Biology, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, Wisconsin 54481. Its scientific name means "like a badger," in reference to its similarity of appearance with the Eurasian badger, Meles meles.The name "badger" probably refers to the "badges" or brownish-black patches of fur on its cheeks. Charles A. badge + -ard, in reference to the white mark on its reference to the white mark on its Taxidea taxus Badger Badg"er, n. [OE. This site uses cookies to improve your experience and to help show ads that are more relevant to your interests. Aug 27, 2020 - Explore Mike Kawleski's board "American Badger (Taxidea Taxus)" on Pinterest.
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