answersLogoWhite

0

Some leopards are born melanistic - all black. They are called black panthers, along with the melanistic jaguar.

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

How do leopards communicate?

Leopards communicate with each other using vocalizations such as roars, growls, and other sounds. They also use visual signals such as body language, facial expressions, and scent markings to communicate with other leopards in their territory.


How big are snow leopard when they are born?

how big are snow leopards when there born


Where did panther DNA come from?

Panthers are leopards or jaguars. The black color is just a recessive gene. You can still see the rosettes (markings on leopard or jaguar), so it's not completely black.


Do snow leopards have rosettes in the middle like jaguars?

No, snow leopards do not have rosettes in the middle like jaguars. While both species have spots on their fur, snow leopards typically have smaller, more elongated spots that can appear more like broken rosettes, whereas jaguars have large, rounded rosettes with central spots. The patterns of their coats are adapted to their environments, with snow leopards’ markings providing camouflage in rocky, snowy terrains.


How is the snow leopard suited to its environment?

The snow leopards live in high altitudes in the mountains. They are well suited for this environment by having an undercoat, long hair, and markings that help them to be hidden in their surroundings.


Do leopards have spots on their skin?

Spotted leopards do, but other leopards don't - such as black leopards.


Can a rottweiler puppy be born all black n later get the markings or be born with rust n black mixed markings?

yes because dogs colourings go lighter through age. If they are straight black they can get some brown markings at 8 weeks of age.


Are snow leopards relatives of leopards?

Panthers and other leopards


Is a snow leopard born alive?

Yes. Snow Leopards are born alive.


Are there leopards in Morocco?

yes the Barbary leopards is the only leopards in Maghreb region.


How many leopards does it take to kill an elephant?

Like 4 Maybe, depends on if the Leopards having any special conditions including retardation


What are leopards wanted for?

Can leopards be tamed