In central California, a black panther was reported near San Luis Obispo, and in Southern California, one was also reported sighted near Lake Arrowhead. Yet scientists say they have never documented the body or the hide of a black panther in California, or even a single irrefutable photograph or video. (SFGate.com -- Travel & Recreation Breaking News)
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