Little black panthers stealing hearts 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛ | Black Cats

What actually is a ‘black panther’? 👀 Black panthers aren’t actually a species of cat, it is a term coined for cats that appear black. But this is actually a natural genetic variation called ‘melanism’ that causes their fur to seem dark. In bright lights, you can still see the spots and rosettes that they naturally have 🐾 Many scientists believe this is a genetic variation that helps these cats blend into their natural surroundings, typically dense rainforests! 🌿 📍 National Black Cat Day #th