The Hooded Skunk (Mephitis macroura), is a skunk species, known for its long white tail and ability to spray a strong-smelling liquid whenever it is threatened. The Hooded Skunk’s long body is covered in black fur with a white stripe that extends from its head and it is recognizable by its long and fluffy tail. The Hooded Skunk is native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua of North America. Its diet is made up of vegetation, insects, small vertebrates, and bird eggs. The Hooded Skunk is not currently in danger of extinction.
The Hooded Skunk has a body length in the range of 11”-13” (28-33 cm) and total weight of 1-6 lb (.4-2.7 kg). Hooded Skunks have a shoulder height between 5.5”-6.7” (14-17 cm), body width of 3.9”-4.5” (10-11.5 cm), and tail length of 10.6”-17.3” (27-44 cm). The typical lifespan of the Hooded Skunk is between 3-9 years.
The Hooded Skunk (Mephitis macroura), is a skunk species, known for its long white tail and ability to spray a strong-smelling liquid whenever it is threatened. The Hooded Skunk’s long body is covered in black fur with a white stripe that extends from its head and it is recognizable by its long and fluffy tail. The Hooded Skunk is native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Guatemala, and Nicaragua of North America. Its diet is made up of vegetation, insects, small vertebrates, and bird eggs. The Hooded Skunk is not currently in danger of extinction.
The Hooded Skunk has a body length in the range of 11”-13” (28-33 cm) and total weight of 1-6 lb (.4-2.7 kg). Hooded Skunks have a shoulder height between 5.5”-6.7” (14-17 cm), body width of 3.9”-4.5” (10-11.5 cm), and tail length of 10.6”-17.3” (27-44 cm). The typical lifespan of the Hooded Skunk is between 3-9 years.