🌿Native Nature

Striped Skunk

Mephitis mephitis

Taxonomy

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

About

The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a skunk of the genus Mephitis that is native to southern Canada, the United States and northern Mexico. It is currently listed as least concern by the IUCN on account of its wide range and ability to adapt to human-modified environments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Striped Skunk?
The scientific name of Striped Skunk is Mephitis mephitis.
What kingdom does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the family Mephitidae.
What genus does Striped Skunk belong to?
Striped Skunk belongs to the genus Mephitis.