"The striped skunk is a skunk of the genus Mephitis that is native to southern Canada, the United States and, northern Mexico.
It is a polygamous omnivore with few natural predators, save for birds of prey.
The striped skunk has a long history of association with humans, having been trapped and captively bred for its fur and kept as an exotic pet.
It is one of the most recognizable of North America's animals and is a popular figure in cartoons and children's books." Wikipedia
Scientific name: Mephitis mephitis
Rank: Species
Higher classification: Mephitis
Did you know: The striped skunk is the most common skunk in North America and is found in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. arkive.org
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