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around now through early June, striped skunk are giving birth
throughout Vermont.
Litter size can be as small as two or as large as ten!
Young skunks are born blind, and covered in that characteristic striped fur.
Females will carry her young around in her mouth as a means of protection, usually until they open their eyes at around four weeks old.
We all know skunks smell. What you may not know is that they can spray scent up to 15 feet, but the smell can carry for over a mile!
Litter size can be as small as two or as large as ten!
Young skunks are born blind, and covered in that characteristic striped fur.
Females will carry her young around in her mouth as a means of protection, usually until they open their eyes at around four weeks old.
We all know skunks smell. What you may not know is that they can spray scent up to 15 feet, but the smell can carry for over a mile!
Striped skunks are great for agriculture - they feed on pests such as cutworms, grasshoppers, and potato beetles.
Although these guys have a stinky reputation, we think they're pretty cool!
Although these guys have a stinky reputation, we think they're pretty cool!
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