The Skunk and CLHS
Skunks are primarily nocturnal and have been observed
on our campus on numerous occasions. When a neighborhood dog gets too curious,
we notice in the daytime as well!
Kingdom: Animalia
Common Name:
Skunk
Scientific Name:Mephitis mephitis
Taxonomy:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Mammalia
Order: Carnivora
Family: Mephitidae
Genus: Mephitis
Species: mephitis
Natural Range
Skunks are mostly found from southern Canada to
northern Mexico.
Interesting Facts
In self-defense, the skunk will lift up its
tail and spray a stinky fluid called musk.
The Skunk and CLHS
Skunks are primarily nocturnal and have been observed
on our campus on numerous occasions. When a neighborhood dog gets too curious,
we notice in the daytime as well!