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Skunks
The size of a cat or smaller with long fur and bushy tails, skunks are easily identified by their distinctive black and white coloration. These near-sighted omnivores have a hearty appetite for grubs and insect pests, and have also been known to consume mice and small rats. They are members of the Mustelid family, which also includes weasels, martens, and badgers. Skunks are found throughout North America, with only one species found in Asia.
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Do skunks have an odor when not provoked and just walking by?
Skunks do not smell when the have not sprayed. The odor of a skunk does stay on them for weeks after they have sprayed.
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.
What food should you put in a skunk trap?
Skunks need a low fat, high protein diet. In the wild, they will eat anything. As pets, it is very common for skunks to be obese because their owners feed them cat and junk food. It is a common misconception that you should feed your skunk cat food and this will eventually kill them. ventually kill them
What makes a skunk smell so terribly?
What makes a skunk smell so terrible is a liquid they spray from their glands when they're feeling threatened. The skunk's smelly defensive fluid is called mercaptan.
If you use the mixture to kill skunk odor how long does it take to get rid of the odor?
If you use the mixture, it will take approximately 7.63 weeks or more. It is very difficult. The best mixture is: Liquid Cloth Soap, Vinegar, Squeezed Syrup of tomato, soap, clothe clean powder
Could the skunk you caught in a live trap by the pen be killing chickens by getting them at night?
Yes a skunk will take eggs and kill chickens. Late at night when the chickens roost they are very docile and will allow a predator to come right up to them without much fear.
skinks usually come out in the night. like lets say 6 or 7 oclock.
What is the earliest age a skunk can spray?
I come into contact with baby skunks on a daily basis at a park which I visit. They are approximatey 6-8 weeks old and are quite adorable. I have noticed that even when I am within a couple of feet of them, they make no defensive gestures as do adult skunks I have encountered in the past. There is no foot stamping or tail raising--they simply run away when I get too close. So----not wanting an unpleasant surprise---I would really like to know at what age they are armed and ready. Thanks.
It all depends on the species. The average though, is about 1ft tall.
Your dog smells but not like skunk?
Try giving it a bath. If that does not get rid of the smell, then see your local Vet, it may be something else.
What is a deterrent for skunks?
I have heard that fox urine will deter skunks. You can get it at any hunting supply store.
Will skunks eat ground squirrels?
I had this question to at first, but if you have "seen" a skunk eat squirrels, it probably was eating flies or decayed parts around it. Skunks are omnivores, but they won't eat larger animals. They would eat flies and grasshoppers.
How can you remove odors from your house slab.?
The best way to remove odors from the house slab is to thoroughly wash the house. Airing the house is the other way of removing the odor from the house slab.
What happened with the encounter with the skunk Hatchet?
Brian got prayed in the eyes as he tried to bug the sunk away with sand.
How do you get rid of armadillo smell on a dog?
Wash dog. Use a very small amount of baby shampoo, mixed with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. Dilute this with water, wash dog, rinse thoroughly. Also works much better than tomato juice for removing skunk smell.
Skunk oil, known for its strong and musky scent, is rarely used in modern perfumery due to its controversial nature. However, some niche and avant-garde fragrances may incorporate synthetic or natural ingredients that mimic its scent profile. Notable examples include certain creations from brands like Etat Libre d'Orange, which are known for pushing olfactory boundaries. Always check the ingredient list or fragrance notes for specific details, as formulations can vary widely.
What small North American animal repels its enemies by smell?
The North American skunk uses scent to repel its enemies. Skunk scent is made of seven different compounds. They are this and acetates that create the characteristic smell. They warn by stamping their feet before spraying.
Why do skunks come out in the summer time?
The same reason we come out in the summer time. It is nice out and they can find more food.
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No they are furred animals so are of course- Mammals. they give live birth, as do all mammals except the Echidna, Platypus and some other weird ones. They are not rodents, by the way. Abut the size of a Cat, they are more closely related to cats than to dogs but are in a family by themselves.
