This small skunk is more weasel-like in body shape than the more familiar striped skunk. Striped skunk is less common than in more sub urban residential areas. Pepper is a female grey and white striped skunk with light magenta eyes. Because of its formidable defensive capability, the striped skunk has few natural enemies. Other mammals include eastern chipmunk, porcupine, black bear, striped skunk, river otter, and bobcat. The striped skunk is commonly featured in the myths and oral traditions of Native Americans. The striped skunk was once called the "emblem of America" by Ernest Thompson Seton. Coyote, bobcat, gray fox, long-tailed weasel, striped skunk, raccoon, badger, and cougar are rarely seen.