Two species of skunk are indigenous to North America -- the striped skunk and the hooded skunk. This skunk has several characteristics of the hooded skunk. It is smaller than an adult striped skunk.

Residents near San Rafael in Northern California have complained of a pungent smell interrupting the season of love. The ...

Kim Hubbeling likes to think of herself as an ambassador for the striped skunk. Which makes sense considering the Beacon Hill resident walked in the little stinker’s shoes. “We have a skunk mascot ...

Striped skunks are less likely to evolve with their famous and white markings where the threat of predation from mammals is low, scientists have discovered. Striped skunks are less likely to evolve ...

Oct. 23—This story was originally published in September 2020. Because of their stinky reputation, the mere sight of skunk stripes is enough to strike fear into hearts. If you are unfortunate enough ...

If you’ve been thinking your evening walks suddenly smell a little skunkier than usual, that’s because they probably do. But don’t worry—the increase in skunk activity is only seasonal, not an ...

The smell wards off "unwanted Valentine's Day advancements." ...

If most people came upon a striped skunk, they would know to give the animal space or risk winding up with a face full of stink. After all, the idea that these North American mammals are noxious can ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

When skunks come up in conversation, most people’s minds go back to their childhood and they picture Flowers the Skunk from the movie “Bambi.” Their second thought probably has to do with the rather ...

The photographer couldn't believe what his trail cameras captured at Angeles National Forest.

FLORIDA, USA — "Stinkin' cute!" That's how Florida Fish and Wildlife described one skunk's "performance" in front of a wildlife camera. FWC says an "energetic" eastern spotted skunk was performing a ...