Everything about the American badger is made for digging. They have small heads, thick necks, and powerful shoulders. They are built low to the ground. They have long, curved claws on their front feet and short shovel-like claws on their rear feet. Their front feet are also partially webbed, keeping toes close together for even stronger digging. Their eyes are protected from flying dirt and dust by an inner lid that drops down when needed. They have loose skin that enables them to turn around in