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Besides, what animal will kill a skunk?

While the exact number of species that prey on skunks is unknown, red foxes, cougars, coyotes and domestic dogs are among them. These animals tend not to prefer skunk, though, because it is difficult to successfully attack and kill one without being soaked in its pungent natural spray.

Subsequently, question is, do skunks attack? Skunks will usually only attack when cornered or defending their young, and spraying is not the first method of defense. A skunk will growl, spit, fluff its fur, shake its tail, and stamp the ground. If the intruder does not leave, the skunk will then lift its tail and spray its famous skunk odor.

Correspondingly, can a cat kill a skunk?

The short answer is that no, skunks do not kill pet house cats. There is no worry of that. However, they will certainly spray them, and that is a big concern! If you keep pet cats, sometimes you may have predators that will kill them.

Are skunks pack animals?

Skunks are crepuscular and solitary animals when not breeding, though in the colder parts of their range, they may gather in communal dens for warmth. During the day they shelter in burrows, which they can dig with their powerful front claws.