Molina's Hog-nosed Skunk

Conepatus chinga

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Mammalia · Carnivora · Mephitidae

About

Molina's hog-nosed skunk, also called the Andes skunk, is a skunk species from South America. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Peru, Paraguay, and Uruguay, at elevations up to 5000 m.

Fun Fact

The Molina's hog-nosed skunk's native range is throughout mid to southern South America, Chile, Peru, northern Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, and southern Brazil.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in open vegetation, shrub forest and rocky sloped areas.

Diet

Eating birds, small mammals, eggs, insects, leaves, and fruit.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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