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Striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis).
Hog-nosed skunks (genus Conepatus) are found throughout the Western Hemisphere, ranging from southwestern North America down through Central America and into South America, including countries such as Chile and Argentina.12
These mammals are highly adaptable and inhabit a wide variety of environments, including deserts, forests, and mountains. They are particularly well-suited for rough terrain, as they possess powerfully built upper bodies and are capable diggers, using their elongated snouts to root for insects and grubs in the soil.23