Foul odors in the Michigan spring air could signal skunks nearby as the critters pair up. Animal control experts offer tips to keep skunks away amid the annual mating season. With striped skunks ...

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.

Kim Hubbeling likes to think of herself as an ambassador for the striped skunk. Which makes sense considering the Beacon Hill resident walked in the little stinker’s shoes. “We have a skunk mascot ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Striped skunks are less likely to evolve with their famous and white markings where the threat of predation from mammals is low, scientists have discovered. Striped skunks are less likely to evolve ...

When skunks come up in conversation, most people’s minds go back to their childhood and they picture Flowers the Skunk from the movie “Bambi.” Their second thought probably has to do with the rather ...

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 ...

If someone described to you a black and white mammal up to 2 feet long with a long tail and an unpleasant odor, you might right away assume the person is describing a striped skunk. Actually there are ...

If most people came upon a striped skunk, they would know to give the animal space or risk winding up with a face full of stink. After all, the idea that these North American mammals are noxious can ...

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 ...

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 spring ...

If most people came upon a striped skunk, they would know to give the animal space or risk winding up with a face full of stink. After all, the idea that these North American mammals are noxious can ...