Malodorous creature of the Americas (5)

I believe the answer is:

skunk

(Other definitions for skunk that I've seen before include "Strong pot" , "Mammal using scent as a weapon" , "Vile-smelling animal" , "Evil-smelling animal of N America" , "American animal notorious for its bad smell" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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