1. A small carnivorous mammal of the skunk family found in the southwestern United States and Mexico, having a long snout and a bushy tail.
Usage: Also called hog-nosed skunk; Scientific name: Conepatus

Examples

• The conepate is a nocturnal animal that hunts for insects and small rodents.
• A conepate uses its long snout to dig in the soil for grubs and larvae.
• The conepate's distinctive white stripes warn predators of its potent spray.
• Wildlife researchers spotted a conepate near the desert scrubland at dusk.
• Unlike other skunks, the conepate has a more elongated face adapted for rooting.