european badger meles profile with distinctive black white markings background

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European badger walking, contrasting black white markings, detailed fur, sharp claws on white background Royalty Free Stock Photo

European badger (*Meles meles*) in profile on a plain white background. It has distinctive black and white facial markings, with a grayish, coarse fur coat and short legs adapted for digging. The badger's claws are prominent, designed for burrowing. Its body is robust, and it has a slightly arched back, characteristic of its species. The European badger is known for its nocturnal behavior and social structures called clans.