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15/07/2023

The striped skunk is a skunk of the genus Mephitis that occurs across much of North America, including southern Canada, the United States, and northern Mexico. It is currently listed as least concern by the IUCN on account of its wide range and ability to adapt to human-modified environments.

19/09/2022

Pygmy Spotted Skunk

The pygmy spotted skunk (Spilogale pygmaea) — endemic to Mexico and belonging to the genus Spilogale — is the smallest of all skunk species, growing to be only seven to 18 inches in length, and also the most carnivorous, living on spiders, birds, reptiles, small mammals, and eggs.7 It is listed on the IUCN Red List as a vulnerable species.8 Its decreasing population is a result of residential and commercial development, hunting and trapping, and disease.

31/08/2022

American Hog-Nosed Skunk (Conepatus leuconotus)

One of the largest species of skunk out there, these critters may be found throughout the southern US and Central America. They have a single stripe covering their back and a completely white tail.

While capable of climbing trees, the American hog-nosed skunk is specially adapted for digging and can even smell prey through the soil.

12/08/2022

STRIPED SKUNK

Scientific Name: Mephitis mephitis

An instantly recognizable skunk, the striped skunk is what most people think of when they think of skunks. With two white stripes running down its back, striped skunks are also known to emit a pungent odor when they are scared, frightened, or in any way upset.

Striped skunks are native to North America, southern Canada, and northern Mexico. In North America, they can be found in various different parts, such as wooded areas, deserts, and even urban cities. However, striped skunks mainly prefer existing in open areas, if they can.

31/07/2022

Hog-Nosed Skunks

Just like its name suggests, hog-nosed skunks have a snout that is bald and very broad, much like a pig. They use their sniffers to find food in the ground, and they eat animals such as beetles, insect larvae, and grubs.

Hog-nosed skunks are found mostly in North America, Central America, and parts of South America. There are also different species of these types of skunks, including the American hog-nosed skunk, which is the largest at up to 10 pounds and a length of more than two feet.

14/07/2022

Eastern Spotted Skunk

Skunks are famous for the thick, white stripe most have along their backs, but the eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius) of the Spilogale genus bears spots instead. In addition to their namesake markings, these skunks, found in the eastern U.S., differ from striped skunks in that they lift themselves into an impressive handstand position before they spray.

28/09/2021

SKUNKED!

Please SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/BWchannelWatch More - http://bit.ly/BTminkOn this episode of Breaking Trail, Coyote get’s SKUNKED! Well not exactly sprayed ...

24/09/2021

The Skunk: A Real Havoc 'Reeker' (Wildlife Documentary) | Wild America | Real Wild

The skunk: black and white, easily provoked and wickedly perfumed! Understandably, Skunks have few enemies other than cars, household pets, and large Owls. B...

07/09/2021

Ellie's learns all about Skunks | Learning Videos for Kids | Ellie Explorer | Wild Animals for Kids

Ellie learns all about Skunks | Learning Videos for Kids | Ellie Explorer | Wild Animals for KidsClick to SUBSCRIBE http://bit.ly/2hTRrGR Hey friends, I’m El...

25/08/2021

Skunk facts: not always stinky! | Animal Fact Files

Skunks are well known for their stink, but do you know they try not to use this defense as much as possible? Skunks live in the Americas and are most closely...

18/08/2021

The Science of Skunk Spray

Skunks are nature's little skunk bombs. Subscribe for new episodes every Friday: http://bit.ly/1CWUwqa-----------SOCIAL MEDIAhttps://twitter.com/MesozoicMuse...