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

: The two predators often hunt together. The badger digs into the burrow, and the coyote waits above ground.

The American Badger is a reclusive, powerful predator that plays a unique role in North American ecosystems. Here are some of the most insightful stories and facts about these "underground architects." The "Wily" Partnership with Coyotes

In many cultures and conservation circles, the badger is a symbol of persistence and self-reliance.

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