*** About Striped Skunks: Striped skunks are small, nocturnal mammals best known for their distinctive body coloration and their ability to spray a foul-smelling liquid as a defense mechanism against predators. Native to North America, these skunks are omnivorous, feeding on a diverse diet that includes insects, small mammals, fruits, and plants. The species plays a significant role in ecosystem control by managing insect and rodent populations. Skunks are highly adaptable, living in a variety of habitats from rural farmlands to suburban areas. Their breeding season occurs once a year and results in litters ranging from two to ten young. Despite their notorious defense mechanism, skunks are generally unaggressive and avoid human contact. Their presence in an area is often noted by their distinct odor or by the small, cone-shaped holes they leave in lawns and gardens while searching for food.

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