The animal of the week is: the Skunk. This is a small animal with a black and white fur which is able to launch a fluid which contains a terrible smell in order to protect himself from predators. This 'spray' comes from two glands on either side of the anus, that produce a mixture of sulfur-containing chemicals. They have ammunition for 5 or 6 continuous reloads before they have to wait a couple of days to fill up their glands. Skunks are nocturnal, omnivoruous and solitary animals.
In finnish this animal is called haisunäätä which comes from:
smelly = haisu + näätä = weasel
(This information is sponsored by: Jaakko Kuosmanen)
What to do if you get sprayed by a skunk?
Accordign to Wikipedia, the best Anti-skunk-formula is:
- 1 U.S. Quart (approx 1 litre) of 3% hydrogen peroxide
- 1/4 cup (approx 45ml) baking soda.
- 1 teaspoon (approx 5ml) liquid soap.
Directions: Mix together at time of usage, and apply foaming mixture to affected areas.
If you dont have the previous ingredients, try some tomatoe juice.
What to do if you get sprayed by a skunk?
Accordign to Wikipedia, the best Anti-skunk-formula is:
- 1 U.S. Quart (approx 1 litre) of 3% hydrogen peroxide
- 1/4 cup (approx 45ml) baking soda.
- 1 teaspoon (approx 5ml) liquid soap.
Directions: Mix together at time of usage, and apply foaming mixture to affected areas.
If you dont have the previous ingredients, try some tomatoe juice.
