| Striped Skunk | ||
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Classification(s) : | Predator |
| Cat Name : | Skunk | |
| Common Name : | Striped Skunk | |
| Scientific Name : | Mephitis mephitis | |
| Other Name(s) : | Polecat | |
| Physical Description : | A black creature with a white stripe running down its spine. The form is somewhere between that of a badger and cat, with an elongated nose and squat build. |
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| Physical Statistics : | Weight: 42-187oz (1200-5300g) |
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| Behavior : | The nocturnal skunk, though not an active hunter of cats, can be dangerous to encounter on patrols due to its ability to spray a reeking liquid over animals that threaten it. |
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| Social Organization : | Solitary; the only time skunks are found in groups are while mothers are still raising their young. |
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| Approval Level : | None; Skunk are common and comfortable with human presence, and require no special approval to appear in RP. | |
| Danger Level : | Low (Kits are vulnerable); The skunk is an opportunistic omnivore that will snatch and consume very small kits when given the chance. |
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