American Hog Nosed Skunk Conepatus leuconotus

Identification
This skunk has a broad white stripe covering most of its back. It has a long snout used for digging.

Location
Extirpated

Size
4 to 10 pounds

Diet
It feeds on insects fruits and small animals.

Habitat
It formerly occurred in Ohio grasslands.

Activity Period
Year round

Behavior
It is nocturnal and solitary. It was active year round.

Lifecycle
Breeding occurs in late winter.

Population
The population is absent in Ohio.

History
It was extirpated due to habitat loss.

Human Interactions
It rarely interacted with humans.

Facts
It is known for its distinctive white back pattern.

Sources
ODNR NatureServe

Insects fruits small animals | Grasslands brushlands deserts | Formerly in Ohio