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Desert Spotted Skunk

Spilogale leucoparia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Mephitidae ›Genus: Spilogale

About

The genus Spilogale includes all skunks commonly known as spotted skunks. Currently, there are four accepted extant species: S. gracilis, S. putorius, S. pygmaea, and S. angustifrons. New research, however, proposes that there may be up to seven.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Desert Spotted Skunk?
The scientific name of Desert Spotted Skunk is Spilogale leucoparia.
What kingdom does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the family Mephitidae.
What genus does Desert Spotted Skunk belong to?
Desert Spotted Skunk belongs to the genus Spilogale.