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ABSTRACT We tested whether striped skunks ( Mephitis mephitis) in Flagstaff, Arizona, USA, could be recognized based on variation in pelage patterns and whether camera position influenced that outcome. We presented 11 volunteers with 2 sets of 24 photographs taken between 1 January and 15 February 2015, one with animals photographed from the side, the other from above. Each set of 24 photographs included 9 pairs, with each pair representing 2 different images of the same animal. Volunteers scored twice as many correct matches and 4-fold fewer false matches when photographs were taken from above. Regardless of camera position, the total number of unique skunks in each set was underestimated (83% of total from above, 75% from side), likely because some skunks had very similar pelage patterns. Our results indicate that variation in nose stripe, back stripe, dorsal and ventral tail pattern, and shape of tail can be used to recognize individual striped skunks but similarity in those characteristics among some individuals may cause total number of unique individuals to be underestimated regardless of camera orientation. © 2017 The Wildlife Society. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article discusses the notice of proposed amendment issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for trapping of several animals including muskrat, mink, raccoon, opossum, striped skunk, weasel, red fox, and gray fox. It suggests contacting Shelly Knuppel, Legal Counsel at the Department of Natural Resources, for submitting comments on the proposed rulemaking. It offers regulatory flexibility analysis for small businesses, small municipalities and not-for-profit corporations.

The article discusses the notice of proposed amendment issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for hunting of raccoon, opossum, striped skunk, Red Fox, Gray Fox, Coyote and Woodchuck. It suggests contacting Shelly Knuppel, Legal Counsel at the Department of Natural Resources, for submitting comments on the proposed rulemaking. It offers regulatory flexibility analysis for small businesses, small municipalities and not-for-profit corporations.

Features several mammals found in the state of New York. Description of bobcats; Weight of black bears; Feeding habits of striped skunks; Information on muskrat.

Reveals that several animals rely on patterns of black and white to blend in their surroundings, threaten predators and catch food. Significance of the stripes of a zebra; Venom of a sea krait; Use of body color for skunks and zorillas. INSETS: Have You Herd?;Peekaboo!;Hide and Seek;Spray Away!

The article provides information on skunks. The mammal, whose scientific name is Mephitis mephitis, can only be found in North America. Although described as a gentle, relatively quite and curious animal, it is not afraid to use its weapon, which its a potent smell, to repel attacks from potential predators. Skunks have a foul oil that it sprays from two glands located on either side of the anus.

The article offers information on the bad smell of the slinkpod, darkling beetle and striped skunk. It states that the other name of the stinkpod is fetid adder's tongue including its function as a pollinator. It discusses how the skunk uses its color and tail, in addition to an odor from its anal glands to ward off predators and enemies. It focuses on the warning of the beetle when it is disturbed and its secretion of bad smell from the posterior.

The article offers information on the striped skunk which turns its anus inside out to reveal glands that excrete a yellow liquid when it is threatened by predators.

The article discusses the statement of recommendation to proposed rulemaking by the U.S. Department of Natural Resources for raccoon and striped skunk. Topics discussed include recommendation to proposed rulemaking for red fox and gray fox hunting, and includes recommendations for proposed rulemaking for woodchuck hunting.

The article discusses the statement of recommendation to proposed rulemaking by the U.S. Department of Natural Resources for raccoon and striped skunk. Topics discussed include recommendation to proposed rulemaking for red fox and gray fox hunting, and includes recommendations for proposed rulemaking for woodchuck hunting.

Discusses various topics in the areas of conservation and wildlife. Edibility of garlic mustard leaves; Frost cracking in shade trees; Longevity of song birds; Tracks of a common striped skunk.

The article offers information regarding the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) which is one of the most useful small mammals inhabiting mixed farmlands, grasslands and forests in Canada.

The article provides information on skunks and skunk encounters in North America. It mentions several species of skunks including the striped skunk, spotted, and hooded skunk. According to the article, skunks don't spray unless they feel threatened and warns intruders by stamping their front feet when about to spray. The article also provides a deodorizing solution for skunked pets.

Provides information about common or striped skunk. Generic name; Possession of scent sacs; Ill-deserved reputations; Bulk of the skunk's diet; Natural enemies; Many remedies for getting rid of the smell of skunks.