On Animal Planet's "What's to Love?," Skunks spray a potent repellent when attacked by predators. Young skunks learn how to use this defense when playing with each other.
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What's To Love: Skunk Defense
On Animal Planet's "What's to Love?," Skunks spray a potent repellent when attacked by predators. Young skunks learn how to use this defense when playing with each other.
Added: May 4, 2009
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