The panther is a large, long-tailed predatory cat with big paws for its size. It is usually tan, golden or chestnut above, with a light belly and very dark brown tail tip and ears. It is remarkably adaptable, occurring in habitats ranging from tropical to mountain to desert. By the mid-20th century, panther populations were greatly reduced by hunting, but the primary threat to the panther today is habitat loss.

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