The striped skunk is one of the major carriers of the rabies virus, second only to raccoons in the US where skunks are 25% of annual cases. Skunks are the primary hosts in the north- and south-central United States as well as in Canada.

Instantly recognizable, striped skunks are known for their signature coloration and for their ability to emit a strong and pungent odor when upset. They are native to the United States and Canada.

The Striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a skunk of the genus Mephitis that occurs across much of North America. These animals possess highly developed musk-filled scent glands to ward off predators.

2019年1月22日 · The most common are Striped Skunks, Mephitis mephitis, composed of thirteen subspecies. One or another of them can be found across the United States, up into southern Canada, and down to the northern border of Mexico.

Striped skunks (Mephitis mephitis) have a range spanning most of North America. From east to west, they reach from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean, covering most of the continental United States and southern regions of Canada. They also range to …

The striped skunk is well known for its black and white fur. They are black across most of the body which is then patterned with a pair of white stripes running down either side of the body meeting on top of the head.

Striped skunks are about the size of house cats, with small triangular-shaped heads, small ears, and dark eyes. Most of its fur is black, with a dazzling white stripe that starts at its head and splits into a wide V-shape at its rump. It also has a white bar on its forehead, between its eyes.

2024年5月6日 · The striped skunk is one of North America’s most iconic mammals, instantly recognizable by its bold black-and-white fur and its notorious ability to spray a foul-smelling liquid when threatened. But beyond their pungent reputation, striped skunks are intriguing animals with complex behaviors, varied diets, and essential roles in their ecosystems.

The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) belongs to the Mephitidae family, which includes badgers. Three other skunk species live in the United States: hooded and hognose skunks, which inhabit the Southwest, and the spotted skunk, which is found throughout much of …

The Striped Skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a small, nocturnal mammal known for its distinctive black and white coloration and its infamous defense mechanism: a powerful and pungent spray. Visit our North American Natives exhibit to observe these intriguing creatures up close.