Jul 28
Fun Facts: In addition to spraying a strong-smelling liquid, the zorilla can play dead as a secondary defense. It is not a skunk (Mephitidae), but rather belongs to the related mustelid family. They are closely related to grisons, which I posted about last time!
Fun Facts: In addition to spraying a strong-smelling liquid, the zorilla can play dead as a secondary defense. It is not a skunk (Mephitidae), but rather belongs to the related mustelid family. They are closely related to grisons, which I posted about last time.
Photo of Striped Polecat by Ryan Tippett, used under CC BY-NC 4.0. Original source: https://www.inaturalist.org/observations/308214814
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