Nocturnal and relatively gave a wide berth, skunks aren’t often seen—but they certainly are smelled! Though the black-and-white creatures aren’t innately hostile, they will spray people or animals if they feel threatened, leaving behind an awful smell which can stay in the air for days. Even if they don’t make a big stink, skunks are likely to raid your garden and even make a mess of your garbage.
Bottom line: It’s hard for humans to co-exist with skunks, so if you suspect a skunk has taken up residence nearby, try this two-part eviction strategy.