Page: The History of Columbia College - The ties between Columbia University and New York City predate even Columbia Collegeâs 1754 founding as Kingâs College.
The honey badger's scientific name is Mellivora capensis. The first part is the genus name, and the second is the species name. It is the only member of its genus.
Badger: Badger, common name for any of several stout carnivores, most of them members of the weasel family (Mustelidae), that are found in various parts of the world and are known for their burrowing ability. The species differ in size, habitat, and coloration, but all are nocturnal and possess anal scent