Acadia National Park - Meet a Striped Skunk

Lady Zora, a skunk, discusses her protest against misconceptions about skunks. She explains their adaptations, the composition of their spray, and their family life. She addresses myths about skunks, including their supposed constant spraying and rabies threat. Zora describes their crepuscular lifestyle and varied diet. She concludes by advising humans to respect skunks and appreciate their role in the ecosystem.

What is Lady Zora protesting against?

• Injustice and misconceptions about skunks

• The destruction of skunk habitats

• The extinction of skunks

• The lack of food for skunks

How long does it take for a skunk to produce its spray?

• 5 days

• 1 day

• 10 days

• 15 days

What compound is responsible for the skunk's spray smell?

• Thyle compound

• Ammonia

• Carbon dioxide

• Methane

Which predator is immune to the skunk's scent?

• Eagle

• Great horned owl

• Coyote

• Fox

What is the primary diet of skunks?

• Herbivores

• Insectivores

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

Do skunks hibernate during winter?

• Yes, but only for a short period

• No, they slow down but do not hibernate

• No, they remain active

• Yes, they hibernate fully

What advice does Lady Zora give to humans?

• To keep their distance and appreciate skunks from afar

• To feed skunks regularly

• To adopt skunks as pets

• To ignore skunks completely