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Yes, skunks can and do eat rattlesnakes, especially young snakes.
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Can spotted skunks kill and eat a rattlesnake?
Yes, skunks can and do eat rattlesnakes, especially young snakes.
When was Eastern spotted skunk created?
Eastern spotted skunk was created in 1758.
What does a spotted skunk eat?
Spotted skunks eat bird eggs, chickens, moles, mice, rats, ants, spiders, worms, lizards, voles, stink bugs, crickets, earthworms and beetles.
Can a skunk eat a eastern diamondback rattlesnake?
Yes, a skunk can eat an eastern diamondback rattlesnake. Skunks have a strong immune system that allows them to withstand snake venom, and they are opportunistic feeders that will consume small animals, including snakes. However, this behavior is not common, as skunks usually prefer other food sources like insects, fruits, and small mammals.
Who is the spotted skunk related to?
The spotted skunk, Spilogale putorius, is a mustelid, related to weasels, badgers, ferrets, otters, etc. It's closet relatives are the striped skunk, Mephitis mephitis, the hog nosed skunk, Conepatus leuconatus, the hooded skunk, Mephitis macroura.
What eastern spotted cariety does a handstand as part of its defense mechanism?
the eastern spotted skunk
What is the genus and species of spotted skunk?
Spilogale putorius.
Where does a spotted skunk live?
They are mostly found by farms
What does a spotted skunk make?
Nobody even cares.
Would an eagle eat a rattlesnake?
Yes, it would, but the rattlesnake has poison.
Is a spotted skunk a carnivore?
Yes, a spotted skunk is primarily a carnivore, although it has an omnivorous diet. It mainly feeds on insects, small mammals, and birds, but it also consumes fruits and plants when available. This adaptability in diet helps the skunk thrive in various environments.
How many spotted skunks remain in the wild?
The spotted skunk is still fairly common, but exact figures are lacking.
