The Central Striped Skunk

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:The_Punch_and_Judy_Man
gptkbp:activities Crepuscular
gptkbp:adaptation Strong sense of smell
Good climbing ability
Excellent digging skills
gptkbp:aroma Sprays foul-smelling liquid
gptkbp:behavior gptkb:Nocturnal
gptkbp:color Black and white
Dark fur with white stripes
gptkbp:communication Vocalizations and scent marking
gptkbp:conservation_efforts Habitat restoration projects
Protected in some areas
Research on population dynamics
gptkbp:conservation_status gptkb:Least_Concern
gptkbp:cultural_significance Symbol of mischief
gptkbp:diet Omnivore
gptkbp:family Occasionally kept as pets
gptkbp:habitat gptkb:North_America
Forests
Grasslands
Urban areas
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Central Striped Skunk
gptkbp:interacts_with Often seen as pests
Can be a nuisance in urban settings
Can cause property damage
May raid garbage cans
gptkbp:length 20 to 30 inches
gptkbp:lifespan 3 to 5 years
gptkbp:litter_size 2 to 10 kits
gptkbp:nesting Digs burrows or uses existing ones
gptkbp:notable_figures Associated with folklore
Featured in cartoons
Symbol of the wilderness
gptkbp:population_trend gptkb:Professional_Wrestler
gptkbp:predators gptkb:Coyotes
gptkbp:related_species gptkb:Eastern_Spotted_Skunk
gptkb:Spotted_Skunk
Striped Skunk
gptkbp:reproduction Seasonal breeders
Mating in late winter
gptkbp:scientific_name gptkb:Mephitis_mephitis
gptkbp:social_structure Solitary or in small family groups
gptkbp:threats Predation
Habitat loss
Road mortality
gptkbp:weight 5 to 14 pounds
gptkbp:youth_programs Weaned at 8 weeks
Eyes open at 3 weeks