A mountain lion is one of the most powerful predators in North America. It moves silently through forests and mountains, ...

In the forests, fields, and backyards of North America, the striped skunk is an unmistakable sight. Its bold black-and-white stripes are more than just a fashion statement—they’re a warning.

The striped skunk is stout-bodied with short legs and a long, bushy, coarsely-furred tail. The head is broad at the base with short, tapered muzzle and short, rounded ears. The eyes are small and ...

This way they can both see and aim their bottom at the same time at a predator. Just like other skunks they give a warning before firing away. They have incredible accuracy and can hit their ...