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Quick fact about Black Leopards

Quick fact about Black Leopards

Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary

Did you know that black leopards aren't completely black, as Pardus is demonstrating so beautifully, they still have their rosettes which can be seen the clearest on their bellies. 

Pardus has melanism. Melanism is a genetic condition that manifests as an overproduction of black pigment, melanin.

Quick fact about Black Leopards

Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary

Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary, near Stanford in the Overberg, is a non-profit dedicated to providing lifelong care for rescued captive-bred big cats. Guided by a strict philosophy of no breeding, no trading and no hands-on interaction, the sanctuary provides a safe environment with spacious habi...

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Xplorio is your local connection allowing you to find anything and everything about a town.

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