Little Spotted Skunk (Noun)
Meaning
Small skunk with a marbled black and white coat; of United States and Mexico.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The little spotted skunk is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts, throughout the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
- The little spotted skunk is a small nocturnal mammal that has a highly developed sense of smell and is able to release a strong, foul-smelling odor as a defense mechanism.
- The little spotted skunk is also known as the "pocket skunk" due to its small size and ability to fit into tiny spaces.
- Little spotted skunks are generally solitary animals and have large home ranges, which they mark with their scent to keep other skunks away.
- Despite its strong odor, the little spotted skunk is a popular pet in some areas of the southwestern United States, where it is sometimes kept in captivity.