Scientific Name: *Panthera pardus*
Common Names:
* Panther: This term is often used interchangeably with leopard, especially in the US.
* Black Panther: This refers to a melanistic leopard, meaning it has an abundance of melanin pigment, making its coat appear black.
* Spotted Cat: This is a general term that can be used for any feline with spots.
* Panthera: This is the genus that leopards belong to, also including lions, tigers, and jaguars.
* Leopard Cat: This refers to several small, wild cat species that are not closely related to leopards but have a spotted coat.
Regional Names:
* Chita: This is the name for leopard in Hindi.
* Tigra: This is the name for leopard in Portuguese.
* Pantera: This is the name for leopard in Spanish.
* T'ai-se: This is the name for leopard in Chinese.
Other Terms:
* Panthera pardus fusca: This is the scientific name for the Indian leopard.
* Panthera pardus kotiya: This is the scientific name for the Sri Lankan leopard.
* Panthera pardus orientalis: This is the scientific name for the Amur leopard.
It's important to note that the term "panther" can sometimes be confusing as it can also refer to other large, black cats like jaguars. It's always best to use the specific name "leopard" when referring to this particular species.