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Skunks have a special gland that produces the liquid spray. A skunk lifts its tail and releases the spray when it is scared. It creates a terrible stench that wards off predators and makes skunks very unpopular.
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Can skunk spray make a person sick?
No, spray does't make people sick. If you are bitten by an unvaccinated skunk, you need to worry about rabies, but rabies cannot be transmitted by spray. However, the smell might make you vomit.
What chemical causes skunk smell?
mercaptan
What could cause a skunk smell other than a skunk?
In my experience I have seen propane/gas line leaks mask similar to Skunk Spray Smell. Also have seen (smelled?) sewer links sometimes be similar.
Why does excretion smell so bad?
Excretions as in skunk spray and things like it? They contain chemicals that give off a terrible smell.
Is a skunk an omnivore or a carnivore?
A Skunk is an omnivore.
When a skunk dies does it spray?
a skunk might spray a little gas when it dies
Is skunk spray flammable?
No. Skunk spray is not flammable.It is a mixture of sulfur containing chemicals.
How is a skunks spray made?
Skunk spray is not necessarily "made". Skunk spray is a liquid or gas like substance that is produced in the glands for defending themselves which is why they spray.
Can a skunk spray everyday?
No.
How did skunk cabbage get its name?
It smells bad, like a skunk spray.
Is baby skunk spray as strong as adult skunks spray?
no
Who likes skunk spray on them?
No one
What is the different protective of skunk?
its spray
Can a male skunk spray?
Yes.
What will a skunk do when see a predator?
they spray
Do lynx eat skunk in Lake Huron?
Skunks spray such a powerful spray of horrible odors, that a Lynx would not hunt a skunk. If it did try to, they skunk would spray it. The lynx's attack would be foiled and it would never repeat that mistake.
Is skunk spray still used as a medicine?
No
