Uniossa
Uniossa is a genus of small to medium-sized mammals belonging to the family Mustelidae, which includes weasels, badgers, and otters. The genus is native to the Americas, with species ranging from Canada to Argentina. Uniossa species are known for their distinctive coat patterns, which often include stripes or spots, and their semi-aquatic lifestyle. They are primarily carnivorous, feeding on a variety of small animals, including fish, amphibians, and invertebrates.
The genus Uniossa was first described in 1842 by the French zoologist Henri Marie Ducrotay de Blainville.
Striped skunks (Uniossa carolinensis) are found in the eastern United States and Canada. They have a distinctive
Uniossa species play an important role in their ecosystems by controlling populations of small animals and