The scientific name for the striped skunk is Mephitis mephitis. It belongs to the family Mephitidae and the order Carnivora.
Skunks have long been classified as a subfamily of the weasel family (Mustelidae). Genetic data, however, suggest placement of skunks in their own family, Mephitidae (mephitis being Latin for “bad odour”).
The scientific name for orangutan is Pongo. There are three species within the genus Pongo: Pongo abelii (Sumatran orangutan), Pongo pygmaeus (Bornean orangutan), and Pongo tapanuliensis (Tapanuli orangutan).
no a skunk is a 1st level consumer unless isects are ist and they would be secondary
A stench or odor is what allows other organisms to avoid the skunk cabbage or skunk.
'Watashi WA houhi wo shiteimasu'.
'Watashi WA onara wo koiteiru'. (more casual/informal)
In Irish: scúnc (animal); suarachán or bréantachán (a person). In Scottish Gaelic: ?
There is a gland in the anus that holds the spray for when it is needed. The spray is not pee. It is a special oily concoction that is made for the express purpose of deterring preditors.
Actually, there are two glands. One on each side of the anus. They are supported by a strong muscle which allows the skunk to spray up to 15 feet. The spray doesn't actually come from the anus.
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Real skunk "perfume" smells just like the chemical, 'Butyl mercaptan'.
No. Skunks are placental mammals of the family Mephitidae.
Tasmanian devils are marsupials of the family Dasyuridae.
First find the source of the dampness that is causing the smell and fix that issue. You may need to replace drywall or flooring that has become too wet. Otherwise, cleaning with bleach or other mildew killing cleaner should reduce the issue. Make sure you have enough ventilation and air for the air to dry out.
I believe if you are able to hold the skunk's hind legs off the ground, (by the tail, careful they can still bite) it will not be able to squeeze the gland holding the spray.
Yes that's why when you have a skunk living near you , you should get it away as soon as possible :)
Indrustial strength amonia and cayenne pepper.
You may dilute the amonia in a sprayer and spray the area that the skunk frequents. Also, the cayenne pepper can be applied in additional to or in lieu of the amonia. The skunk hates both. I am not sure which last the longest.
Wishing you well!
no. a python is an ambush predator. although when he/she hisses it may be heard if you are very near.
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A term used as a substitute for b****. Usually referring to someone who has wronged or angered you. Common in shows like iCarly and Drake and Josh That woman stole my husband. She is such a skunk bag!!
every one thinks it is but it isn't. it is more related to the cat than the squiral.