? What is the black panther
The black panther is the most powerful and intelligent animal in the world, and it is characterized by its courage and aggressiveness, [1] It is also characterized by a genetic mutation that makes it black in color, as its genes stimulate the production of large amounts of melanin pigment in the fur and skin so that the tiger appears The black panther has completely dark black fur, and this type is very rare, or it may appear with a dark background that contains black spots or black patches.[2] It has mammary glands), and it is classified within the food breed; it eats meat, and its family is cats, as it is considered a type of cat.[3]
Characteristics of the black panther
The following is an explanation for that:
physical traits
The black panther has a number of physical characteristics that distinguish it from other animals, the most important of which are: [1]
the size
The size of the black panther varies according to its age, as the average size of the black panther cubs is approximately 90 cm, and at puberty, it reaches approximately 180 cm, and its weight ranges from 34 kg to 163 kg.
the shape
The black panther has a relatively small head compared to animals that are classified within the feline family. It also has pointed teeth and ears in the form of cups (short and semi-circular), and its claws are very sharp.
Behavioral traits of the black panther
Behavioral characteristics that distinguish it from other animals, the most important of which are the following: [1]
Social interaction
The black panther is a non-social animal, so it cannot be seen in the forests with other animals, nor can it be seen by people easily in the forests.
reproduction
The black panther can mate when it reaches the age of two years, but the nature of competitive life by older males makes it wait until it reaches the age of 3 or 4 years, after which it is able to compete and mate naturally, and it is worth noting that mating occurs at any time of the year.
Cubs care
Once a male and female have mated, the males leave the female's territory and return to their territory and the female raises the cubs on her own.
Black panther food
The black panther feeds mainly on meat, as it preys on medium-sized animals such as antelopes, deer, wild boars, birds, sheep, rabbits, [1] fish, reptiles, and some types of insects, and it is worth mentioning that the black panther does not face problems in obtaining On its prey, as its black fur helps it to hide, especially as it hunts at night, which makes it difficult for its prey to detect it.[4]
Habitat of the black panther
The black panther takes tropical rain forests and rocky areas (mountain ranges) as its home, as it is found in Southeast Asia, the mountains of Africa, and Central and South America are among the areas where the black panther is mainly and large, especially within the Amazon forests.[1]
