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،The honey badger is one of the bravest animals in the world, if not the bravest. Cases have been recorded of the honey badger attacking lions, and their favorite food is poisonous snakes.