Interestingly, the shade of black jaguars fur can vary depending on their genetic makeup. Since the allele (alternative form of a gene) that makes their fur color black is dominant, jaguars with two of those dominant alleles will be darker than jaguars with only one. Scientic Name: Panthera onca
Characteristics: As dark and as silent as the night itself, this stealthy jaguar is on the prowl for prey. Painted by hand and crafted by experts with exceptional care to detail, this gurine is wonderful as an addition to a nature enthusiasts collection or diorama, as an educational resource in a classroom, or just a tool for imaginative play.Size and Color: 4 inches long and 1.95 inches tall, this model is a little longer and about the same height as a credit card stood upright. Even though these felines fur is jet black, in the right light you can see that they still have the unique spots characteristic of jaguars.