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Correct identification is an important first step in pest control.
Skunks are about the size of a house cat. They have black fur and tow broad white stripes running the length of the body. Spotted skunks are black with white markings and about half the size of a house cat.
Skunks release an odorous spray when disturbed or centered. They can spray a distance of 8-15 feet.
Skunks build dens in brush piles open irrigation pipes, storage areas, sheds, under structures, etc.
They are solitary animals, except for mating and during winter.
Skunks are most active at night.
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Skunks are known carriers of diseases such as rabbits and a variety of parasites. They damage lawns and athletic field by digging for food; this can look like bare patches and small cone-shaped holes. Skunks have an odors defensive spray.
Name:
Mephitidae
Diet:
Berries, fruits, vegetable,s insects, small rodents, reptiles, eggs and young birds.
Impact:
Health hazard, major nuisance pest
Tips for keeping skunks away 
Thorn professionals are trained to safely and humanely remove skunks.
Check local regulations for skunk management prior to control.
If a skunk enters a structure, do not harass or disturb it.
Leave exits open to allow it to leave on its own.
Eliminate potential den sites and food sources outdoors.
In buildings without concrete foundations, seal all holes with a fine wire mesh to prevent skunks from denning under the structure.
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