Skunks are shy creatures, renowned for their pungent and powerful predator-deterrent - an irremovable, foul-smelling spray. The spray is a greasy fluid produced by the scent glands present under its large curly tail, on the either side of their anal sphincters. This defensive response in the form of spray and their distinct white on black color design are usually adequate to dissuade nearly all the attackers. The two lateral stripes forming a chevron (V-shape) merge behind the head.
There are many different species of skunks. They vary in size and sport striped, dotted, and/or twirled patterns. Generally omnivorous in nature, skunks are opportunistic feeders with a diverse diet. They are nocturnal scavengers that eat fruits, plants, worms, larvae, eggs, insects, lizards, small mammals, and fish. Skunks nest in burrows built by other animals, while also residing in hollow woods or uninhibited buildings.
Majorly found in Americas, skunks are active throughout the year and do not hibernate even in North Arizona. Skunks are crepuscular and solitary animals, except for the breeding season. Female skunks deliver between two and ten young ones each year.
Things you will need:
1. Pencil
2. Paper/ Canvas
3. Colors (optional)
4. Paint Brush (Optional)
Directions to draw a skunk:
1. Outline: Drawing a skunk involves a detailed study of its anatomy. To begin, we can zero down to the basic structure. The description below refers to a diagonally positioned skunk. The steps are:
• Body outline: Draw a small oval for the head. Next, draw the shape of the body, resembling a jellybean.
• Face: In the oval for the head, sketch a round shape and a strip to form its snout. Draw 2 almond shaped eyes on the either side of the head. Add a hint of a nose. Carefully draw ears on both sides of the head.
• Body: Trace out the body shape of the skunk with a jagged edge stroke to show the fur.
• Tail: From the end of the body, draw a thick curly tail arced upwards.
• White lateral strip: Draw out one strip (as visible diagonally) from the top of the head, stretching down the back, until tail. The strip starts very thin from the snout and broadens significantly from behind the head, while slanting down the body length.
• Limbs: Starting from the body, draw the lines for the skunk's legs, long toes, and nails.
2. Shading/coloring: Shading or coloring instantly enhances any drawing or painting. It will do the trick here too.
• Eyes: Darken the eyes and nose with a mix of deep brown and black shade.
• Body: Fill black color in the body with long arced strokes. Leave the lateral strip white.
• Tail: Tail will carry a mix of black and white. The strokes need to be tilted, down facing 'C-shaped' curves. Your skunk is ready!
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