🌿Native Nature

Striped Hog-nosed Skunk

Conepatus semistriatus

Taxonomy

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

About

The striped hog-nosed skunk (Conepatus semistriatus) is a skunk species from Central and South America (from southern Mexico to northern Peru, and in the extreme east of Brazil). It lives in a wide range of habitats including dry forest scrub and occasionally, in rainforest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Striped Hog-nosed Skunk?
The scientific name of Striped Hog-nosed Skunk is Conepatus semistriatus.
What is the conservation status of Striped Hog-nosed Skunk?
The Striped Hog-nosed Skunk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the family Mephitidae.
What genus does Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belong to?
Striped Hog-nosed Skunk belongs to the genus Conepatus.