So they posted Badgers assuming that means they've contacted the creator, so why does it say they still need to contact them to get the original files? Weird
Anyways, here's the original in the original format (well, emulated with Ruffle): flash animation.
Badger Badger Badger originally is a flash animation. To properly archive this, both the flash animation and a machine definition which can run that animation (eg: having a browser with flash plugin) should be stored, not just a video file.
If you ask any British person in my generation, "Badger badger badger badger?" they'll probably join in. I don't think you appreciate how viral and beloved it is.
And Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeblsstuff/
Original Badgers on YT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=daxXXjZVdEA
Hilarious piece on "20 years of Badgers" ft interview and historical footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPOISnUd7WE