There is no denying the telltale odor skunks are known for. Their spray leaves behind an oily residue that clings to ...

Brace yourself and watch this one-minute video, where Ask Smithsonian host Eric Schulze sticks his nose into the science of skunk spray. Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our ...

JERUSALEM (JTA) — Several haredi Orthodox residents of Jerusalem have petitioned the High Court of Justice to stop the police’s use “skunk spray,” a foul-smelling chemical compound ...

Skunks are known for their ability to deter even the most determined predator by spraying a foul-smelling liquid from their anal scent glands. How bad is the smell? Truly overwhelming. Six striped ...