In the forests, fields, and backyards of North America, the striped skunk is an unmistakable sight. Its bold black-and-white stripes are more than just a fashion statement—they’re a warning.

The striped skunk is stout-bodied with short legs and a long, bushy, coarsely-furred tail. The head is broad at the base with short, tapered muzzle and short, rounded ears. The eyes are small and ...

Here's what to know. The most common Michigan skunk variety, striped skunks, have black fur with a white stripe along their face and back, per University of Michigan's BioKIDS. While persuading an ...

that would attract the black and white creatures. As for when the babies will arrive, watch out for May or early June. Usually female skunks have anywhere from 2 to 12 in a litter with the average ...