The striped skunk, Mephitis mephitis, is a common nocturnal animal in Ohio and is about the size of an average house cat. There is also a spotted skunk, Spilogale putorius, which is less common.

Skunk removal typically costs between $300 and $600, with homeowners across the country paying an average cost of $450. Skunk removal cost is determined by a number of factors, including the number of ...

Ideal conditions for digging burrows Skunks are well-built for burrowing, with stocky legs, large feet, and sharp claws that can make light work of your lawn. If a skunk has determined you've got a ...

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Although you see them on a regular basis during spring, summer and fall, you don't see skunks too often during the winter months. When the temperature gets cold, skunks will go to their dens with a ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Valentine’s Day is around the corner, not just for you and your significant other — but for skunks, too. According to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, skunks ...

Courtesy of the Wildlife Center of Virginia. January through March is mating season for skunks in the eastern United States. Skunks live in a variety of habitats and ecosystems throughout Virginia but ...