Watch: Rare moment as black panther and leopard drink water side by side

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Saturday, February 14, 2026

A rare and heartwarming wildlife encounter in Karnataka's Bhadra Tiger Reserve has gone viral. A black panther and its mother, both melanistic leopards, were photographed drinking water side-by-side. This extraordinary sighting, captured by Sohan Singh, highlights the hidden beauty and peaceful coexistence found in India's forests, underscoring the need for conservation efforts.