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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 2005
Page
26
The Mini Page explains skunks as Mustelids related to weasels and otters. Striped skunks are common in the Americas, weigh 4 to 5 pounds, and measure 9 to 12 inches plus tails. They live solo or in small groups, with young staying with mothers up to a year.
A brief look at the Mustelid family notes that many members such as badgers minks and wolverines leave strong scents for marking territory. It highlights that polecats spray odors and explains that skunks have the most notorious spray among these animals.
The skunk's spray contains sulfur causing rotten egg odors. The spray can reach 12 to 15 feet and travel farther with wind. The stink lingers for days and can sting eyes. Animals sprayed may have impaired vision for days and avoid the skunk thereafter.
The block puzzle hides terms like SPRAY STINK DEFENSE PRETTY BLACK WHITE and STRIPES. Readers search for WORDS such as SPOTS GENTLE WILD SMELL MUSK and TAIL while noting placement cues. The activity blends environment and wildlife terms with a playful challenge.
Skunks store spray behind their rear ends and use it only when threatened after trying to scare off foes. They show warning signs like arching, tail up, and stamping before curling into a U shape to spray. Bright white markings serve as a warning to potential enemies.
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