Striped Skunk
Mephitis mephitis
The striped skunk is a skunk of the genus Mephitis that occurs across much of North America, including southern Canada, the United States, and northern Mexico. It is currently listed as least concern by the IUCN on account of its wide range and ability to adapt to human-modified environments.
Baby Season
Summer (May-June)

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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community

Jan 15, 2026
Via Escovar, Santa Clarita, CA, US
byEel 𓆊
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 14, 2026
California, US
byTyler White
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 14, 2026
University Park, San Antonio, TX 78228, USA
byjanewing
Research Grade
· 3 IDs
Jan 14, 2026
Downsview, North York, ON, Canada
bySteven McClellan
Research Grade
· 6 IDs