Melanistic leopards are also known as black panthers. In fact, “melanism” is the opposite of the more well-known “albinism”. It is the result of a genetic predisposition that causes an excess of skin or hair pigment. This makes the animal in question appear black. Currently, only eleven percent of the leopard population is melanistic. This animal species is mainly found in Southeast Asia, where it enjoys the shade of the tropical forests. Moreover, the density of the forests provides suitable camouflage. The Melanistic Leopard is hardly ever seen in the African savannas. It goes without saying that in this environment the animal would stand out more with its potential prey.