The eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius) is one of those small animals you’ve never seen, or perhaps even heard of. No doubt most people are familiar with the stripped skunk (Mephitis ...

The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center is well known for taking in all sorts of animals rescued from the wild, but they currently have a first-time visitor: an Eastern Spotted Skunk. The rare ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center has received its first rare Eastern Spotted Skunk. This rare species is a Tier IV Species of Greatest Conservation Need and ...

But in one remarkable wildlife encounter, a mountain lion found itself face to face with an unexpected adversary — a skunk. However, in the video by Parliament of Owls, the skunk didn’t seem ...

As Valentine's Day bleeds into President's Day, it’s breeding season for skunks, which means they’re more active than normal in search of a mate. Unfortunately, that search leads them across ...

Michigan may have more foul odors this spring amid skunk mating season. Animal control experts recommend guidance to keep the critters out of your yard or property. Foul odors in the Michigan ...

If you're wondering why you're seeing — or smelling — skunks out and about in February, well, mating season is underway. As the critters pair up this season, watch out for skunks in your yard ...