While there have been occasional sightings of large black cats in Michigan, these are usually misidentifications of other animals like bobcats, which are native to the state.
Are there black panthers in Michigan?
No, there are no black panthers in Michigan. Black panthers are actually not a separate species, but rather a color variation of either leopards or jaguars. Both of these animals are native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. They are not found in Michigan's climate.