European Badger
65% of youAlmost as long as a 10-year-old is tall, up to 90 cm
Photo: André Karwath aka Aka (CC BY-SA 2.5)
3 featured species · 3 habitat zones
Animals of Germany
Germany is home to a wonderful variety of animals that live in its lush forests, clear rivers, and high mountains. You'll find graceful deer, playful foxes, and even the powerful European bison wandering in nature. Listen for the cheerful song of the blackbird among the trees or spot a colorful kingfisher by a stream. Germany's wildlife is full of life and charm!
Featured Species
Habitat Zones
Forests
Forests in Germany are full of tall trees, shade, and little streams running through them. They're like magical lands where many animals live and play.
Red deer, European badger, Eurasian Red Squirrel
Meadows
Meadows are sunny open spaces with colorful flowers and tall grasses. They are great places for animals that enjoy a bit of sunshine.
European hare, Red fox, Common kestrel
Wetlands
Wetlands are squishy areas often filled with water. They're a great neighborhood for creatures that love splashing around or living near water.
Eurasian beaver, White Stork, Common kingfisher
How Big Are They?
Each animal shown next to a 10-year-old (🧒) at true scale.
White Stork
80% of youStork
Taller than a 10-year-old at over 1 meter
Eurasian Red Squirrel
20% of youSmaller than a 10-year-old's head, body length up to 25 cm
Where to Spot Them
European Badger
Look in: Throughout Germany, especially in rural areas
Watch for: Badgers are nocturnal and spend most of the day resting underground.
White Stork
Look in: Common in northeastern Germany
Watch for: White storks migrate to Africa for the winter, traveling thousands of kilometers.
Eurasian Red Squirrel
Look in: Widely found in forests across Germany
Watch for: They are active during the day and are excellent climbers.
Cultural Connection
Storks are considered a symbol of good luck in many parts of Germany. It's common for people to put up stork nests on the rooftops as they believe it brings prosperity.
Vocabulary
How does a fox in Germany compare to the foxes you might see in other parts of the world?