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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 is a non-profit organisation outside Stanford in the Overberg. The organisation provides a haven for rescued captive-bred big cats, and there is no breeding or trading of animals. Panthera Africa Big Cat Sanctuary works towards educating the public on conservation m...

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