Striped Skunk
Scientific Name
Mephitis mephitis
Range
The United States and southern Canada
Habitats
Woodlands, forests, and grassy plains
What do they eat?
Insectivore; will eat fruit, plants, insects, arthropods, and small mammals
Status
Least concern
Conservation Threats
Running into roadways and getting hit by cars
Fun Facts
- Defense:
- They have a bright coat to warn others to stay away
- If the predator doesn't stay away, they hold up their tail to look as big as possible
- If that doesn’t work, then they spray; their spray can go up to 20 feet