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In our opinion, too far. A skunk can spray its oily foul-smelling substance up to 10 feet with accuracy. And after about 15 feet, the spray may be just a fine mist. If you find yourself face to face with the striped critter, a dose of its perfume is not inevitable. A skunk usually gives lots of warning before spraying. It may stomp its feet, fluff its fur, growl, hiss, and spit. It may even walk on its front legs with its tail in the air, in a defensive stance. If that doesn't scare you away, prepare to be sprayed. Although a skunk's musk-secreting glands each hold only about a tablespoon of musk, it can spray up to six times, if necessary. Also, skunk spray is made of sulfur compounds known as thiols, which stink in
small quantities, stick to hair and clothes, and linger for a long time. Lest you think that no one would ever want to meet a skunk, owners of pet skunks find them to be affectionate, funny, and playful creatures. And who knew that they come in a variety of colors?
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