When it comes to skunks in our region, it’s not just black and white. Black fur with white stripes – we all know the striped skunk. But stripey has a smaller, lesser-known cousin that lives in ...

You're enjoying a long evening dog walk as late-Feburary weather begins to bring the first tell-tale signs of spring. But then, you're confronted by that familiar smell. Skunks are out and on the ...

Ever wondered what makes skunk spray so powerful? In this video, we break down the science behind one of nature’s most notorious defense mechanisms. From the chemical compounds that cause the stench ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center (SWVAWC) has received what it says is its first Eastern Spotted Skunk for treatment. The skunk was found in a dryer exhaust vent in a ...

As hunting seasons open and more people head out to the woods, the Louisiana wildlife agency is asking residents to stay on the lookout for a small and once-common skunk. One telltale sign: It may be ...

Have you seen (or smelled) a skunk lately? Skunk mating season is underway in Michigan. Skunk mating season lasts for around two months beginning in February and ending in March. Skunks are nocturnal ...