Nature

Is That Skunk?

Researchers track skunks day and night across the U.S., uncovering how they hunt, forage, mate and raise their babies.

Is That Skunk?

53m 23s

Researchers track skunks day and night across the U.S., uncovering how they hunt, forage, mate and raise their babies.

Previews + Extras

  • Skunk Spray Chemistry: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Skunk Spray Chemistry

    S27 E6 - 1m 24s

    Professor William Wood of Humboldt State University examined the chemical properties of skunk spray samples. He discovered several new compounds in the skunk spray, including a thiol. A thiol is a type of sulfur-based compound found in garlic and onions.

  • Is That Skunk? - Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Is That Skunk? - Preview

    S27 E6 - 30s

    Intrepid researchers and cameramen track skunks day and night, uncovering how they hunt, forage, mate and raise their young. 8/28/11

  • Is That Skunk? - Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Is That Skunk? - Preview

    S27 E6 - 30s

    Track skunks day and night to learn how the little stinkers hunt, forage, mate and raise their young. 12/5/2012

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