Creature of the day: The Honey Badger 🦡 The honey badger (Mellivora capensis), also known as the ratel (/ˈrɑːtəl/ or /ˈreɪtəl/), is a mammal widely distributed in Africa, Southwest Asia, and the Indian subcontinent. Because of its wide range and occurrence in a variety of habitats, it is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Males are generally more social than females. Diet: Carnivores; secure most food through active hunting though individuals may scavenge. Small mammals and reptiles