Striped Skunk (Mephitis mephitis) - Anatomy, Behavior & Habitat Guide #3485383 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed illustration captures the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) in a natural foraging stance, highlighting its bold black-and-white pelage, elongated body, short legs, and prominently raised tail with dense, banded fur. The facial markings include a white cap extending down the snout, contrasting sharply with dark eye patches and ears. Its claws are visible, adapted for digging, and the posture suggests alertness-typical of this crepuscular to nocturnal omnivore.

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