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When was Eastern spotted skunk created?
Eastern spotted skunk was created in 1758.
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
How many spotted skunks remain in the wild?
The spotted skunk is still fairly common, but exact figures are lacking.
Is it illegal to sell the pelt of a spotted skunk?
Yes! That is what a local told me in California
What 4 species of skunks are found in Big Bend National Park?
The four species of skunks found in the Big Bend National Park are the Spotted Skunk, the Striped Skunk, the Hooded Skunk and the Hog-nosed Skunk.
What is the animal that looks like a skunk and has a long black and white tail?
The animal you're describing is likely the Eastern Spotted Skunk, which resembles a skunk with its distinctive black and white coloration and long, slender tail. Unlike the more common striped skunk, the Eastern Spotted Skunk has a more intricate pattern of spots and stripes. This species is known for its agility and climbing ability, often found in wooded or brushy areas.
Can a spotted skunk eat a rattlesnake?
Yes, skunks can and do eat rattlesnakes, especially young snakes.
Are spotted skunks scavengers?
yes, and during the wintertime the skunk hunts for more animal matter.
What kind of a skunk has a stripe on each side instead of on its back?
If you came across this skunk somewhere in the U.S., Mexico or southern Canada, it is probably simply the common skunk seen everywhere in these areas. It is not unusual for this skunk to have a double stripe that joins at the forehead. Its Latin binomial name is Mephitis mephitis.
