The Florida panther is a large, slender cat, tawny above and whitish below. The tip of the tail, back of the ears and parts of the face are highlighted with dark brown or black. Sexes look alike. Kittens exhibit distinct black spots on a buffy background until they are 9 to 12 months old. Lengths and weights vary from 188 centimeters and 32 to 45 kilograms for females to 220 centimeters and 50 to 72 kilograms for males. Front pad widths of adult panthers range from 4 to 5 centimeters and 5 to 6 centimeters for females and males, respectively. It is often mistaken for the smaller bobcat (Felis rufus), whose coat is spotted and tail is much shorter.
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