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When do they reproduce?
When do they reproduce?
Females are able to mate when they are 4 months old and males can mate when they are 2 years old.
Are they monogamous?
Are they monogamous?
Yes, they are monogamous.
How many young do they have at a time?
How many young do they have at a time?
They can have 1 to 5 young, but average 3.
Is there anything special about their reproduction?
Is there anything special about their reproduction?
Badgers are born blind, furred, and helpless; their eyes open at 4 to 6 weeks.
How long do the young stay with them?
How long do the young stay with them?
The young leave their mother when they are 5-6 months old.
Are both parents involved in rearing the young?
Are both parents involved in rearing the young?
Male and female badgers come together only to mate and the females usually raise the young.
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