How does a great horned owl eat a skunk?

A great horned owl typically captures a skunk by using its powerful talons to grasp the animal tightly, immobilizing it. The owl then uses its sharp beak to tear into the skunk's flesh. Despite the skunk's strong odor as a defense mechanism, owls have a highly developed sense of taste that allows them to consume the prey without being significantly deterred by the smell. After eating, the owl may regurgitate the indigestible parts, such as bones and fur, in the form of pellets.