Striped Skunk

After being deemed non-releasable by a wildlife rehabilitator due to their habituation to humans, Rosalind and Enrico joined The Zoo in 2023. They love investigating new toys and enrichment items in their enclosure.

Mephitis mephitis

Up to 7 years

Canada, Mexico, and the U.S.

The majority of a striped skunk's diet is made up of insects. However, they will also eat fruits, small rodents, and eggs.

Because their spray is such an effective defense mechanism, they have few predators in the wild. Baby skunks, known as kits, are raised in dens and become independent after only 2.5 months.

Conservation Status

Threats in the Wild

Striped skunk populations are stable in the wild. They are vulnerable to minor threats, including severe weather and chemical exposure.

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