The rotten smell of skunks is returning to the lower mainland as mating season is underway. Both skunks and raccoons, along with other small mammals, are beginning to move around more frequently as winter turns into spring. Area residents may not often see these critters for themselves as they generally don’t see a lot of activity other than squirrels because they are all nocturnal. Skunks can be found living under outbuildings or decks, even sneaking into garages. Unless they are a nuisance with their unpleasant odor, the best thing to do is leave them be. By placing several sheets of fabric softener shoved under a deck or building typically is enough to drive skunks away. The skunks pungent smell is a defensive weapon released from their rear glands that is heavy with sulfur. Males are out seeking females and females are trying to get away.
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