little spotted skunk

Thân thiện

A little spotted skunk peeks out from behind a large rock.

Definition

Noun: A small species of skunk (Spilogale pygmaea) characterized by a distinctive marbled or spotted black and white coat pattern. It is native to specific regions of the United States and Mexico.

Usage

This term is used specifically to refer to this particular species of skunk. It is a zoological name. - The little spotted skunk is primarily found along the Pacific coast of Mexico. - Researchers are studying the habitat of the little spotted skunk.

Advanced Usage

• The term can be used in scientific and conservation contexts to discuss the species' status, ecology, or taxonomy.
  • Conservation efforts for the little spotted skunk have increased due to habitat fragmentation.

Variants and Related Words

• Spotted skunk (n): A common name for skunks of the genus , which includes the little spotted skunk and other similar species.
• Pygmy spotted skunk (n): Another name for the same species, .

Synonyms

• Spilogale pygmaea (n): The scientific binomial name for the species.

Học thuật

Noun

1. small skunk with a marbled black and white coat; of United States and Mexico

Từ đồng nghĩa

• spotted skunk
• Spilogale putorius