One of two skunk species found in Orange County, spotted skunks are known for their ability to perform handstands although it’s not well documented. They are also good climbers (unlike striped skunks) which you can see in this rare video. Weighing it at about 1 pound, they are much smaller than striped skunks and by doing a handstand toward potential threats, they make themselves look larger. All skunks have poor vision and likely mistook the camera as a threat.Spotted skunks can form a “U” shap

I would like to introduce to you the Florida Striped Skunk. Two species of skunk occur in Florida, the striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis), and the eastern spotted skunk (Spilogale putorius). The striped skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a highly adaptable animal that can be found in a wide variety of habitats, from open fields to urban areas. It is well known for its ability to spray an unpleasant scent to ward off potential threats. What's the difference between a skunk and a striped skunk? The white