They may not be everyone’s favorite backyard visitor, but there’s a seasonal reason Southern Californians are starting to see ...

If your block has been smelling like a meatball left in the sun, you can probably thank baby skunks. Mothers are starting to ...

Mother skunks are normally peaceful — but they tend to get ornery if they’re protecting their offspring.

Who knew there's such a creature known as the western spotted skunk? Yes, a spotted skunk - turns out we don't know much about this small, oddly cute creature. They weigh 1 to 2 pounds and are about ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Foul odors in the Michigan spring air could signal skunks nearby as the critters pair up. Animal control experts offer tips to ...

Wildlife experts say it's baby season for striped skunks across LA County, urging residents to be aware.

Two species of skunk are indigenous to North America -- the striped skunk and the hooded skunk. This skunk has several characteristics of the hooded skunk. It is smaller than an adult striped skunk.

Forget love, it’s stink in the air for some Californians this Valentine’s Day. Residents near San Rafael in Northern California have complained of a pungent smell interrupting the season of love. The ...

Skunks looking for love are on the move in California, raising the risk of unwelcome encounters for humans. Two types of skunks are found in the state — the more common striped skunk and the spotted ...

Exclude skunks from spaces where they can den. Make sure areas such under your porch, deck, crawlspace, or shed are blocked ...

As February transitions into March, residents in the Garden State may notice an uptick in skunk sightings, marking the onset of mating season for these notoriously odorous creatures. Skunks, known for ...