One of our newest arrivals. A baby striped skunk. The Striped Skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a North American mammal, about the size of a domestic cat, known for its distinctive black fur with white stripes and its ability to spray a potent, foul-smelling musk from anal glands as a defense mechanism. These omnivorous, nocturnal animals are adaptable to various habitats, including agricultural lands and urban areas, and primarily feed on insects, fruits, and small animals. Adults are typically 20-2

Striped skunks use strong scent spray to confuse threats, and red foxes rely on sharp senses to stay alert in snow. Both animals are clever and often test each other’s reactions in the wild. What if a skunk sprayed a gas-like puff toward a fox and the fox got fully confused in the snow? Sometimes a small trick changes the whole game. #AiByDOGGAR #Skunk #RedFox #SnowAnimals #WildlifeFacts #FunnyWildlife #AnimalReactions #viralreeĺs | World Re-imagined

Patient Release: Striped Skunk This gorgeous Striped Skunk was admitted to our Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital in early September after she was rescued by Animal Control after being found trapped in a fence. Like most entrapment patients, we were unaware of how long she was stuck. Entrapment can lead severe injury, dehydration, loss of body condition, and capture myopathy. Luckily for this girl, she presented only with some swelling in her neck and shoulder. Our Wildlife Rehabilitators started

Meet Marigold, our floofy 5-month-old striped skunk kit. Marigold made her public debut at the Forest & Wetlands habitat. She will soon be introduced to our male skunk, 2-year-old Sundew. Learn more at nwtrek.org/marigold-the-skunk-kit🦨 | Northwest Trek Wildlife Park

I would like to introduce to you the Florida Striped Skunk. Two species of skunk occur in Florida, the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis), and the eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius). The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a highly adaptable animal that can be found in a wide variety of habitats, from open fields to urban areas. It is well known for its ability to spray an unpleasant scent to ward off potential threats. What's the difference between a skunk and a striped skunk? The white