American Badger -

: Despite their medium size (averaging 15–20 lbs), they are known to stand their ground against much larger predators like bears, wolves, and mountain lions .

One of the most fascinating "useful" stories in nature is the hunting partnership between the American badger and the coyote. American Badger

In the 1820s, iron ore miners in Wisconsin didn't have permanent homes, so they dug temporary shelters into the hillsides. These miners were nicknamed "badgers," and the name eventually stuck to the entire state. American Badger - Behind the Adventure : Despite their medium size (averaging 15–20 lbs),