As February transitions into March, residents in the Garden State may notice an uptick in skunk sightings, marking the onset of mating season for these notoriously odorous creatures. Skunks, known for ...

Skunk mating season in North Carolina usually begins during the second week of February. Lezlie Sterling lsterling@sacbee.com Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means love is in the air — and ...

What animals are black-and-white, furry, and thought of as "stinky all over?" In fact, the scientific name of one species translates to "Bad Odor!" These critters are also helpful members of our ...

The Houston region continues to have unseasonably mild fall temperatures which some wildlife officials say is contributing to increased skunk sightings as they prepare for winter. Through the first ...

Two species of skunk are indigenous to North America -- the striped skunk and the hooded skunk. This skunk has several characteristics of the hooded skunk. It is smaller than an adult striped skunk.

ARKANSAS, USA — Although skunks may seem adorable from a distance, the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission (AGFC) categorizes the odor-filled wildlife species as a nuisance. The mostly nocturnal ...

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 ...

For some time now, I’d been looking forward to the vernal equinox, the first day of spring. Although it was a relatively mild winter, something about knowing the weather is warming and the flowers ...

A rabid skunk earlier this month attacked several cats in southeastern North Carolina. Unfortunately, one cat died in the incident that occurred in Gaston County, according to WCNC While skunks are ...

Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means love is in the air — and hopefully that’s all you’re smelling. Skunk mating season in North Carolina usually begins during the second week of February and ...