The smell of burning rubber is noxious, and so is skunk spray. Car racing can be exhilarating to participate in or watch. The ...

Brace yourself and watch this one-minute video, where Ask Smithsonian host Eric Schulze sticks his nose into the science of skunk spray. Explore Subscribe Newsletters Content Licensing Our ...

And, of course, no one wants to be assailed by a skunk’s pungent spray. If you suspect a skunk problem, check out these steps to identify and eliminate skunks to protect your home and garden.

Editor's note: This is part of a series of videos offering an up-close perspective on the animal kingdom. A special 360-degree video camera system was set up in zoos and other facilities to show ...