Common Names: At least four species of skunks are found in Arizona. Striped, Hooded, Spotted and Hog-nosed. If you are unsure, you can associate the photo here until it can be associated with a specific species.

Striped skunk is the most common & the largest in AZ, Hooded skunk is in Southeastern AZ although specimens have been reported as far north as Flagstaff & the Mogollon Rim. Spotted Skunk also known as the Civet.
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Comments: scent glands on either side of their anal sphincter which secrete a secretion of musk that gives them their malodorous reputation. This defensive reaction and their striking white on black color patterns are usually enough to deter all but the most determined predator. Omnivorous, mostly nocturnal foragers, skunks are highly susceptible to the rabies virus. Source: AZ G&F