according to the wildlife protection law of the people's Republic of China, all mammals should be protected, but some rare and endangered species need special protection measures. Pig badger is a rare mammal, mainly distributed in the forest areas in the south of China. Due to habitat destruction and illegal hunting, its population is gradually decreasing, and it is listed as a national second-class protected animal.

The pig badger (scientific name: Mellivoracapensis) is a mammal, belonging to the genus of Carnivora. The badger is about 6 cm long, weighs about 5-15 kg, has a tail length of 2-3 cm, has a grayish brown or brownish red coat and a white abdomen.