Geographic Range of the Hooded Skunk, Mephitis macroura by Hall and Dalquest

"Geographic Range of the Hooded Skunk, Mephitis macroura" by Hall and Dalquest is a scientific publication written in the mid-20th century. This work provides a detailed examination of the geographical distribution and taxonomy of the hooded skunk, specifically identifying and describing a new subspecies found in Mexico. The text is informative and geared towards readers interested in mammalogy and ecological studies. In this publication, the authors explore the characteristics and range of the hooded skunk, detailing the differentiating features among various subspecies. They describe four subspecies of Mephitis macroura, including the newly identified Mephitis macroura eximius. The paper discusses the specific habitats in which these skunks are found, their physical features, and how environmental factors such as elevation and vegetation influence their distribution across regions like the Mexican Plateau and coastal Veracruz. Through this research, Hall and Dalquest provide valuable insights into the life of the hooded skunk and its adaptation to different ecological niches. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Hall, E. Raymond (Eugene Raymond), 1902-1986
Author Dalquest, Walter Woelber, 1917-2000
LoC No. 50063220
Title Geographic Range of the Hooded Skunk, Mephitis macroura
With Description of a New Subspecies from Mexico
Credits Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper and the Online
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 58.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Skunks
Category Text
eBook-No. 34311
Release Date
Last Update Jan 7, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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