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Skunks are mammals that lead a solitary life. Sometimes skunks are called mephitis mephitis, this is a scientific name for the animal. Such a name is based on the genus of the mammal - mephitis. 16km/h (10mph) is the speed skunks can move. 5-8 years is a usual life span for the mammal. The usual weight of mephitis mephitis is 0.5-6.3kg (1.1-14lbs). These mammals grow 40-80cm (15.6-31in).

Facts about skunks
NameSkunk
DietOmnivore
OrderCarnivora
HabitatOpen woodland and dense shrub
Size40-80cm (15.6-31in)
LifestyleSolitary
ClassMammalia
PredatorsOwls, coyote, wild cats
Life Span5-8 years
Skin TypeFur
Top Speed16km/h (10mph)
KingdomAnimalia
Average Litter Size6
Scientific NameMephitis mephitis
GenusMephitis
Main PreyInsects, rodents, rabbits
FamilyMephitidae
ColourBlack, white, grey
PhylumChordata
Weight0.5-6.3kg (1.1-14lbs)
Conservation StatusLeast concern
TypeMammal
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