A group of badgers is commonly referred to as a “cete.” This term has its roots in Old French and is used to describe a family of badgers that live together in a burrow. Badgers are typically solitary animals, but when they come together in a group, especially during breeding or in their young stages, they form a cete for social interaction and protection.
The cete is generally made up of a mother badger and her offspring. Badgers are known for their strong family bonds and can often be seen working together to dig burrows or forage for food. Understanding the social structure of badgers is essential for appreciating their behavior and ecology in the wild.