In the forests, fields, and backyards of North America, the striped skunk is an unmistakable sight. Its bold black-and-white stripes are more than just a fashion statement—they’re a warning.

Animal control experts offer tips to keep skunks away amid the annual mating season. With striped skunks common in Michigan, be prepared to safely handle potential skunk encounters. "If they sense ...

The striped skunk is stout-bodied with short legs and a long, bushy, coarsely-furred tail. The head is broad at the base with short, tapered muzzle and short, rounded ears. The eyes are small and ...

The eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius) is one of those small animals you’ve never seen, or perhaps even heard of. No doubt most people are familiar with the striped skunk (Mephitis ...

When a brave skunk accidentally runs into a stealthy mountain lion, he doesn't back down and gets ready to spray the big cat!

Some species, like the opossum and striped skunk, are rare and occur mostly at the periphery of the Adirondacks. Other species, such as the white-tailed deer and short-tailed shrew, are common and ...

How bad is the smell? Truly overwhelming. Six striped skunks are kept and displayed at the Kobe Animal Kingdom in Kobe. Skunks inhabit grasslands and forested areas in the United States.