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(Courtesy photo) The native striped skunk is often misunderstood and not appreciated as a valuable asset to a healthy ecosystem. These amazing creatures will travel, like gypsies wandering in search of insects to consume. They will dig up the underground wasp nests. They have poor eyesight and are a perfect size for all predators to consider them a snack, which explains why their defense mechanism is so powerful. They are reluctant to spray however because it takes time to "recharge." Please do not aim for these animals on the highway. All five orphans were taken in for care at American Heritage Wildlife Foundation were because their mothers were run over on the roadways.

(Courtesy photo) The native striped skunk is often misunderstood and not appreciated as a valuable asset to a healthy ecosystem. These amazing creatures will travel, like gypsies wandering in search of insects to consume. They will dig up the underground wasp nests. They have poor eyesight and are a perfect size for all predators to consider them a snack, which explains why their defense mechanism is so powerful. They are reluctant to spray however because it takes time to &…

September 5, 2017

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Rehab centers crucial to rescued wildlife
September 5, 2017 1 a.m.

Rehab centers crucial to rescued wildlife

Clark Fork — It is illegal in Idaho to keep a wild animal for long-term rehab, which is why rehabilitation centers like American Heritage Wildlife Foundation are crucial to rescued wildlife.