Striped Skunk in Natural Habitat - Wildlife Photo & Facts #1924549 (License: Personal Use)

This image captures a healthy adult striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) in a semi-wooded environment, with its characteristic bold white stripe running from head to tail and a fluffy, multi-toned tail raised slightly. The animal stands on reddish-brown mulch interspersed with grass and fallen leaves, suggesting a suburban edge or forest understory. Its dark eyes and pointed snout convey alertness, typical of this nocturnal yet occasionally diurnal mammal.

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