Also known as: Common skunk
Striped SkunkStriped Skunks are easily identified by the pattern of black and white stripes in their fur. They often have a thin white stripe that runs down their forehead to the nose. They have a bushy black and white tail, short ears, and a triangular-shaped head. If they perceive a threat, the Skunk will enact a warning display by stomping their feet and arching their back with a raised tail. If they still feel threatened, they will then spray.
Habitat & Range
A Striped Skunk will make a home in abandoned burrows, hollowed trees or logs, or under brush that offers cover. They prefer areas that are near water sources, but have been seen in the drier desert areas of southern Nevada.
Life History
These omnivores are opportunistic feeders and have an adaptable diet based on food availability. However, 80-90% of its diet is animal-based; typically birds, lizards, rodents, even eggs and insects. Skunks are polygamous and will mate with more than once every breeding season with multiple partners. Breeding season typically occurs from February to April.
Status, Trends & Threats
Disease
Hunting Season
Year-round with valid hunting license.
Frequently Asked Questions
Regulations for hunting Striped Skunk in Nevada
Striped skunks may be taken year-round in Nevada with a valid hunting license. No bag limit. Easily identified by their black and white striped pattern. When threatened, they stomp their feet and arch their back before spraying. Great horned owls are their primary natural predator.
When is Striped Skunk hunting season in Nevada?
Year-round with valid hunting license.
What's another name for Striped Skunk?
Striped Skunk is also known as Common skunk in Nevada.
References
| State | Category | Directory | Subcategory | Content | Source |
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| Nevada | Hunting | Regulations | Season Dates | Year-round with valid hunting license. | Link |
| Nevada | Hunting | Regulations | Regulations | Striped skunks may be taken year-round in Nevada with a valid hunting license. No bag limit. Easily identified by their | Link |
