If you're wondering why you're seeing — or smelling — skunks out and about in February, well, mating season is underway. As the critters pair up this season, watch out for skunks in your yard or ...

A rabid skunk earlier this month attacked several cats in southeastern North Carolina. Unfortunately, one cat died in the incident that occurred in Gaston County, according to WCNC While skunks are ...

Skunks belong to the Mephitidae family, which in Latin simply means “stink." Skunks used to belong to the Mustilidae family along with weasels, otters, badgers and their relatives, who also have scent ...