Skunks can cause damage to lawns and gardens as they dig for grubs and other insects. While usually docile, skunks can spray their pungent secretion up to 20 feet when startled. Keeping skunks out of ...

Skunk walking on lawn in yard - Carol Hamilton/Getty Images Spotting wildlife in your yard can be a breathtaking moment, but when it comes to skunks, not so much. These nocturnal creatures will ...

Michigan may have more foul odors this spring amid skunk mating season. Animal control experts recommend guidance to keep the critters out of your yard or property. Foul odors in the Michigan spring ...

If most people came upon a striped skunk, they would know to give the animal space or risk winding up with a face full of stink. After all, the idea that these North American mammals are noxious can ...

Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means love is in the air — and hopefully that’s all you’re smelling. Skunk mating season in North Carolina usually begins during the second week of February and ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. June marks the beginning of baby skunk season, when skunk kits start ...

Spotting wildlife in your yard can be a breathtaking moment, but when it comes to skunks, not so much. These nocturnal creatures will happily invite themselves onto your property while searching for ...

Here’s how to keep skunks away from your home and garden. Skunks are easy to identify by appearance—and smell! But these handsome mammals typically mind their own business and are more interested in ...