In Northeast Ohio, there’s been talk lately about this unusual and intriguing critter that resembles a hybrid between a skunk and a squirrel.
The creature, called a “squnk,” has a squirrel’s body but a skunk’s dark black fur and white-tipped tail:
Recently, there have been multiple reports of sightings of this unusual creature in Ohio, and pictures of it have gone popular on social media. According to some theories, the “squnk” may indeed be a cross between the two species.
It turns out that this “squnk” is a black squirrel. Even without any skunk DNA, it’s still a really uncommon sight. According to Smithsonian Magazine, black squirrels are the offspring of coupling eastern gray and fox squirrels. The squirrel in question is actually an eastern gray squirrel that got a gene variation that gave it a darker pigmentation.
There is only one black squirrel for every 10,000 squirrels, making them extremely rare. They are able to stay warmer in the winter and in colder climates thanks to their darker coat, which gives them a thermal advantage over typical gray squirrels.
Since their release on campus in 1961, ten black squirrels have been an iconic feature of Kent State University, earning them the title of unofficial mascot.
Therefore, don’t worry if you see a “squnk” in Ohio; it’s only a black squirrel with some fur on its tail that resembles that of a skunk, and you won’t get sprayed.
What a remarkable creature, wow! Even while it may not be a squirrel-skunk hybrid, it is nevertheless a rare critter to find.
If you are an animal lover, please share this tale!
16 Photos Proving That Life in Sweden Is Nothing Like in the Rest of the World
10.4 million people live in Sweden — that’s just 2 million more than in New York City alone. But this country has just as many surprises as countries with larger populations. Maybe even more.
We at Bright Side love finding out how people in other countries live. And Sweden won over our hearts.
Swedish kebab-pizza
Diapers in Sweden have a father on the packaging.
Stockholm subway
Look at the internet speed in Sweden.
“Stayed in a Boeing 747 converted into a hostel at Arlanda Airport, in Sweden.”
“In Sweden, we get a text message when our blood has helped a patient. This is my 3rd time donating.”
Sweden has baby stroller parking spots
Swedish planes are named after famous people.
Miriam Bryant is a Swedish singer and songwriter.
The art of parking in Stockholm
In Stockholm, there are cutouts in the barrier allowing children and adults to observe the construction site/river.
A record store for mice in Lund
Chessboards on the tables in parks
These buses in Malmö, Sweden can go in both directions like a tram.
This Stockholm tree is one of the tallest Christmas trees in the world. It’s 35 meters tall.
“Saw this in a toilet in Sweden. What’s it for?”
It’s a special toilet to separate urine.
A cute traffic light in Stockholm
Have you ever been to Sweden? What impressed you the most?
Preview photo credit kc3w / Reddit
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