Confusion exists about the term black panther on various media including internet. It is generally agreed that the name black panther is not a scientific term for a distinct species but is a common name for some big cats with black coat. Only two types of big cats are scientifically recognized as legitimate black panthers: black leopard and black jaguar.
Neather of which are indiginous to the United States.
Any man who thinks he can be happy and prosperous by letting the Government take care of him; better take a closer look at the American Indian. Henry Ford