I WONDER - Do All Leopards Have Spots?

Leopards are recognized for their rosette spots. Black leopards, with their dark fur, make it hard to see these spots and are sometimes confused with black panthers.

What are the unique markings on leopards called?

• Stripes

• Rosettes

• Blotches

• Patches

Why is it difficult to see the spots on a black leopard?

• Their fur is extremely dark

• Their spots are a different color

• They have no spots

• Their spots are very small

What is a common misconception about black leopards?

• They are a different species

• They are the same as black panthers

• They have no spots

• They are not leopards

Which animal is often mistaken for a black leopard?

• Black panther

• Cheetah

• Lion

• Jaguar

What is the primary reason black leopards are confused with another animal?

• Their size

• Their habitat

• Their dark fur

• Their behavior