The striped skunk, Mephitis mephitis, is a common nocturnal animal in Ohio and is about the size of an average house cat. There is also a spotted skunk, Spilogale putorius, which is less common.

The size of a skunk varies depending on the species. They can range in length from 15.6 to 37 inches, and in weight from about 1.1 to 13 pounds. Spotted skunks are the smallest species. The largest ...

Skunks dig up yards and can spray pets and kids if they are not handled properly. Mothballs do not deter skunks and create more problems than they solve. Deterring skunks comes down to removing hiding ...

When skunks make regular appearances in your yard, it can be a real nuisance, but there are ways to deter them from getting ...