Hooded skunk
A species of Hooded skunks, Also known as Southern hooded skunk Scientific name : Mephitis macroura Genus : Hooded skunks
Hooded skunk, A species of Hooded skunks
Also known as:
Southern hooded skunk
Scientific name: Mephitis macroura
Genus: Hooded skunks
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Description
The hooded skunk (Mephitis macroura) is a species of the genus of the strip skunks from the family of known as "skunks" Skunks (Mephitidae). It is distributed in southern North America and Central America.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Hooded skunk is prominently omnivorous, consuming largely insects and small animals. It also consumes plant matter, particularly fruits and berries, as supplemental foods, exhibiting seasonal dietary variation.
Appearance
Hooded skunk is a medium-sized mammal with a slender body and dense fur. Its fur is primarily black and white, featuring a prominent white stripe running from its head to the tip of its bushy tail. This species also possesses glandular markings under its tail. Notable differences between genders or subspecies aren't apparent.
Behavior
Hooded skunk mainly display crepuscular and nocturnal habits, surfacing from extensive underground burrows at dusk to forage. They are solitary animals with a skunk-like defensive mechanism, releasing a strong-smelling spray from anal scent glands when threatened. Competitive scent marking is used to establish territories as part of their survival strategy.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Skunks and stink badgers Genus
Hooded skunks Species
Hooded skunk 
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