Kevin Richardson Gives BLACK LEOPARDS their FAVOURITE TREATS | The Lion Whisperer

Leopards can be tricky but they are also cute and incredibly fun. In this episode of Meet the Characters, Kevin catches up with Coal and Nikita, gives them some treats and discusses their unique personalities.
Also, to anyone who notices the pigmentation in Coal's eye, he has had this for some time and it's nothing to be alarmed about. It’s quite common in old cats and is called melanosis, a benign deposition of melanin. Leave us a comment if you would like to know more about this or if you have any other questions about the leopards!
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[@kellysmith2672]

I absolutely loved how, right when Kev was talking about leopards turning on their caregivers, Coal comes up snarls and bites towards the camera. Like he's telling us all 'yes, I'm still ferocious and don't you forget it!" They are such beautiful animals and there's a sense of danger with them that I don't necessarily pick up on with the lions. I love each and every time Kev takes us on a visit with them. Thank you for the amazing work you do.

[@cinnow]

Leopards like tigers are solitary animals

[@mikes78]

I'm hesitant about showing this video to my daughter despite her loving all animals. Even though it would never happen, she might ask to get one of these beautiful animals as a pet if she saw the video.

[@kellysmith2672]

@@mikes78 And who could blame her 😄

[@Flameb0]

@@cinnow lions live in prides though?

[@dustylong]

​@@Flameb0Yes, they do.

[@mindyrolston3915]

In my opinion leopards are the most beautiful of the cats. Wow 20 years that's incredible shows how well she's been taking care of.❤❤

[@themoth4199]

I agree. I used to want one as a child (what did I know!). Where I live there used to be a guy that owned one. He would sit with it on the grassy knoll between a shopping center parking lot and a very busy boulevard. He accepted payment for photo ops.

[@eme7718]

My favorite are the 🐆. Cheetahs are smaller but they can outrun anything

[@janecoe9407]

WE CSANT REALLY EXPECT A WILD ANIMALS TO WPRRY ABPUT US LOL THEY ARE SURVIVLAISTS, PREDATORS.

[@blueviper3861]

The Jaguar for me

[@maniacram]

Taken* care of

[@mimzyc9949]

I had no idea these leopards were that old. Amazing and what pleasure you’ve had taking care of them all that time.

[@duckmama]

I love how when the leopards see something they want that's off limits i.e. the camera floof, they immediately "display their cuteness" as a diversion 😆

[@CB-xr1eg]

fluff"

[@duckmama]

@@CB-xr1eg No, no. I mean floof. It's slang at best, I grant, but it captures best how I want to describe the fuzzy camera bit.

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@duckmama So you're making up your own words? Fair enoof. 😀

[@duckmama]

@@CB-xr1eg I deserve neither such praise nor such censure. I deserve neither such praise as I did not coin the delightful and amusing term "floof"- it is a common internet slang word denoting an exceptional, airy fluffiness. I deserve no such censure as I am not guilty of inflicting innocent readers with meaningless personal neologisms such as "enoof"- the word is quite real. It is indeed slang, but it is an actual, perfectly searchable word on your search engine of choice.

[@EthanDyTioco]

@@duckmama based

[@LionWhispererTV]

A great catch up today with the Black Leopards Nikita and Coal ! i just love how the coats look, they are majestic animals. Thank you all for the support recently it has been overwhelming and means so much to me. Hope you enjoy this week's video ! Edit - in the text description - Also, to anyone who notices the pigmentation in Coal's eye, he has had this for some time and it's nothing to be alarmed about. It’s quite common in old cats and is called melanosis, a benign deposition of melanin.

[@LindaC616]

Thanks for the leopards! They're so gorgeous! Is Coal a bit thinner? Sorry, that was Nikita. She looks thinner. Edit: question answered! 😄

[@sandyc6569]

😊👍

[@adm5209]

Love all of the BEAUTIFUL animals, your relationships with them, the love you clearly have for them and them for you, your beautiful soul, and this AWESOME channel. God bless you Kevin and your great family of fur babies.

[@zachclark7516]

It's always a good day when Kevin uploads

[@liezlvanjaarsveldt6085]

Thanks for surprising me for my 12 birthday today, I really appreciate that u drove from ur house to the sanctuary to surprise me,and also thanks for the stuffed lion u gave me I will always look after it and take it everywhere I go including New Zealand,I will never forget that moment.

[@tigerwoodz8711]

Those leopards are so full of energy!! It’s good to see the leopards again. Cole and Nakita are such charismatic characters! More Pikchards and much love Kev!!

[@fenderboy68]

Full of energy still at an older age...They have a great life right now.

[@ep9360]

As a cat man myself, i love seeing the leopards. They're beautiful. They are especially lucky to be in your care. Twenty years, amazing. Thanks for the visit Kev.

[@tammychesonis]

Cole and Nikita are amazing, beautiful leopards! ❤❤ Didn't know about the poisoned meat until right now. How heartbreaking it must have been. I know exactly the feeling a couple of years ago at Christmas. I always make chocolate bark for gifts, and my basset got the pan off the stove top and ate all 6 pounds. He was the same way as Cole and Nikita. I was devastated when I dropped him at the vets. 2 days later, he got to come home. The tears I shed could have filled a river. I'm glad your babies have recovered and are now healthy again, as is my boy. Much love ❤❤

[@Debra.Justice]

So glad your fur baby recovered from the chocolate. The same thing happened to one of my nieces. She had put bags of chocolate chips on the dining room table thinking out of sight out of mind. They left for a few hours and when they returned their golden retriever had eaten the chocolate. She rushed him to the emergency vet and they gave him meds to make him throw up and put him on an IV. He had to stay the night but thank the good Lord he recovered and got to come home the next day. It’s always terrifying when our pets are sick.

[@TimbavatiLion]

Leopards are so incredibly cute, especially when rolling around or pawing for the camera, it melts my heart. Nikita is just a house cat born into the wrong body i believe 🥰

[@LionWhispererTV]

Selmokk - thank for the support. They are incredibly powerful as well

[@sharonf106]

It's good to see Nikita and Coal looking so well. They are gorgeous cats. I am in love with all the characters at the Sanctuary, but since it's been awhile, I would love updates on Gandalf and Sibinde. Understandably, it would have to be from outside the enclosure, but I'm sure no one cares. Hearing his majestic roar just makes the longing to see him all the stronger!

[@shackamaxon512]

Thanks Kevin for allowing us to spend time with these gorgeous cats. I never get tired of seeing leopards. Glad to see you're on your feet again

[@tracycartwright978]

Beautiful black leopards, your so gifted in interacting with all your gorgeous animals. 🙂💓

[@artandsoul8523]

Can't get enough of the the Black Leopards.... so beautiful and cheeky!

[@LionWhispererTV]

Art and Soul - thank you for the Black Leopards love !

[@cheri238]

​@@LionWhispererTV 💯 ❤️

[@cheri238]

​@@LionWhispererTV 💯 love

[@excdnforces4035]

i love that fact that they are older but they still act young at heart!

[@dennisswaim8210]

I always look forward to Fridays to see what the residents of the Richardson Animal Resorts are up to. The Leopards are remarkable yes but what's even more remarkable is Kevin's relationship with them. The Lions see him as another member of the pride and the Hyenas similarly as a pack member but the Leopards don't have that kind of social interaction in the wild. Kevin is amazing!

[@terrygoicoechea-hn2oj]

Most beautiful animals on this earth to feed and hold what a honour.absolutely beautiful animals/beings / souls

[@MithrilMaia]

I can't get over their noises xD Thank you for taking such good care of them, Kevin!

[@LionWhispererTV]

Hope Marcum - thank you ! they are remarkable animals

[@angie-dm3bo]

Just wanna...Boop them

[@sharonlloyd6617]

woo woo i was so happy to see these black leopards today they are just so beautiful

[@patriciaharrison]

Such gorgeous beautiful animals are the black leopards!!! Their eyes seem to glow even in the sunlight!!

[@heathergarnham9555]

Black leopards are just gorgeous. They blend in so well.

[@deborahpaxton2574]

Great to see the Panthers today, so excited. Oh my love to all the babes.

[@lucyallsop88]

They're black leopards.

[@mphillips4324]

Such gorgeous animals! Wow!

[@lisabenson]

Coal and Nikita are gorgeous! They like hard boiled eggs-great taste! Such beautiful creatures.

[@dianesaienni5466]

Wow so sorry to hear of the poisoning of these two beauties. So thankful for Dr. Caldwell. It was great to see them again. Love hearing your thoughts on each.

[@jeremysmith9694]

Beautiful beautiful animal

[@donnamealy4877]

Oh Cole. His response to you is so funny: “ Of course, Kev. What a stupid question!” Thanks for talking about the enclosure differences and for leaving those important lion calls at the end. Hope you had enough eggs to share with the rest of the class. 😊💕

[@CB-xr1eg]

Can you tell me where on the video Coal* actually said that? I can't seem to find it. Thanks.

[@Pantherking916]

It is a true blessing in every sense of the word to be able to live on the same planet as these gorgeous animals. It is an even greater blessing to be able to witness how tender and gentle they really are when they know they are safe & cared for. Thank you for giving them the life they deserve. Thank you for looking after them & thank you for sharing their magical majesty with us.

[@Dewoy1]

As if they dont look already pretty enough. When you use that close up cam that gives them this purple sheen, OMG it adds even more to them.

[@patriciameyer9718]

Always a pleasure to see these beauties,they are stunning.Thank you Kevin for all you hard work and your great staff also.❤

[@LionWhispererTV]

Patricia Meyer - thank you for the Black Leopards love and for the support !

[@hypervyper2010]

YAYYYY!!!! COLE AND NIKITA!!! Its so wonderful to see them so playful!! I'm glad they survived the poisoned meat . So thankful you jumped into action! 🥚 🐟!!! I WOULD LOVE TO SEE MORE MEG and Icarus / George and Yame! 🦁😮

[@MarieAntoinetteandherlittlesis]

I keep coming back to these videos because I love the audio. The sounds of them eating are just fascinating. Primal. Their coats are amazing, I bet they look even better in real life.

[@girlpharm]

Love seeing the leopards! It's amazing how our domestic cats have some of the same characteristics of the wild ones. Magnificent creatures Kevin. Lucky you to have them and be accepted by them.

[@IFArakash]

Beautiful cats! ♥

[@Lightwood_AF]

Love these two, definitely missed the black leopards so it's good to see them doing so well! How about checking in with Gandalf and his girls next? Or possibly Bongani and Suja since it's been a while. Hope Bongani is doing better healthwise ❤

[@carriewatson8671]

It was great seeing these two gorgeous leopards and watching their behavior as they got their treats. It was interesting to learn about the meat sources and how careful the sanctuary has to be for their feedings. I’m so glad both leopards survived their poisoning ordeal. They are both stunning! Thanks again Kevin!

[@mariagautier5956]

Beautiful magnificent leopards Nikita & Coal!! I love how gentle Nikita was in eating her treat the egg out of your hand and how Coal was right up close in the camera hissing. Amazing leopards their own unique personalities. Loved this!!

[@Julsfr]

Beautiful leopards... magnificent animals..

[@sandyc6569]

They are beautiful!! ❣❤❤❤❣

[@area51ville]

i love how these panthers can look blue if the lighting is right. Even more majesty to them.

[@sandistroud7305]

Love these beautiful leopards.

[@kekedream]

Their coloring against the green grass is so sleek and beautiful, gorgeous cats 💜

[@ladyhawk5245]

Oh what a personality...he's so gorgeous... You are so blessed and so are your big babies there 🥰😉💕☺️

[@sallypuz6697]

What a pleasure to see Coal and Nikita so energetic despite their advanced age, in good health despite their misadventure and still so fond of pilchards in tomato sauce. They are unique and absolutely magnificent. Thanks for answering my question about Coal's eye pigmentation. Very informative as always.

[@waynekaminski5438]

I always enjoy the leopards and all the insight that Kevin provides. Each video is an opportunity to learn more about these beautiful cats.

[@fraufarbissina682]

Love Cole and Nikita ❤ They are so beautiful!

[@greenbrain8725]

Kevin always looks like he was recently given a thorough kitty-grooming with raspy tongues. 🥰❤️

[@katrinaclinton7368]

I really like sweet Nikita. And I find it very amusing that the Lions were watching you while you were in the leopard pen. And then they were talking so much because they wanted their treat and attention lol🌸💕

[@keithm7087]

Incredible eyes that just pierce right through you!

[@camelotcat6794]

They are stunning and smart! Cole said yes when you asked if he wanted pilchards. Nikita is so sweet. I would like to see and know more about the striped hyenas please. 🇺🇸. I also wanted to add: could we have a tour of Amy’s camp?

[@RJayRoberts]

Amused by the lions in the background "What about us, Kev?" 🦁 Glad to see Coal and Nikita in good health and enjoying a tasty treat.

[@Vinemaple41]

10:03 that look is priceless

[@kathrynarnold4201]

Such elegant animals.

[@dianemackintosh6773]

Loved the latest video with Nikita and Coal they are as stunning and mesmerising as ever. 🖤🤎🖤🤎

[@karicrawford6751]

I don't know why, but I love the hissing ❤ 😂

[@karherineware3508]

I have learned so much from you, Kevin. I can't thank you enough! I have learned about typical behaviors of leopards, lions, and hyenas, and can now compare and contrast while watching. I'm so happy to see Coal and Nakita looking so good in their older age! I'm curious about how Ginny and Vayetse are adjusting, since the sad loss of Livy. Take good care of yourself, and thank you so much for all that you do!🦁💖

[@sharonbellizzi5356]

They are both sooo beautiful! ❤❤

[@1limitless156]

They are more than fascinatingly beautiful ❤

[@rolfwenigmann717]

Leopards are ever so special, love these characters!

[@donnafunk]

🍀 Happy Saint Patty’s day. Enjoyed seeing Cole & Nikita today. ♥️🐾🐾♥️

[@The-ii5mj]

They are such beautiful animals‼️ I love the spots that show thru on their bellies❣️✌️🐾

[@graemero5532]

Cheers Kev, love the Black Leopards.

[@cheri238]

Thank you, Kevin. Love the black leopards. ❤ I am watching this again on May 30th, 2023

[@Pardis_mn]

Yay. Finally, Nikita and Coal. Nikita is a sweetie and Coal is grumpy. Happy to see them. Can we get an update on Ndira and Suja? Haven't seen Gandalf and Sibindie for a long time. Take care. :)

[@Lovella5]

What a gorgeous animal, wow

[@desleymartin5084]

Cole and Nikita are beautiful and I enjoy watching them have their treats.

[@yvonaamariaa]

I love it when we get to see Coal and Nikita or Duke and Kahn. They are so different from the lions. I remember when Coal and Nikita were so sick from the poison. What a scary event. I love it when you play hide and seek with hiding eggs! Their amazing sense of smell always leads them to their prize. The other thing I love to see is when they get fed. Usually their dinner is high in the beautiful trees and to watch them gracefully leap very high to get it is amazing. I guess since they are getting older you don't put it so high. Anyway, thanks Kev for the highlight on the gorgeous black leopards, Coal and Nikita.

[@marysheehy4733]

So beautiful

[@tiffanylove9140]

Beautiful cats wow there beauty is breathtaking!!! 😊😊😊

[@Hinz2005]

They are so beautiful. Truly amazing!

[@ingridbond3432]

thank you, kev. really loved the nice visit and look into these 2 precious beauties.

[@LionWhispererTV]

Ingrid Bond - pleased you have enjoyed ! thank you

[@LCLW63]

I just love the leopards. Such amazing, fascinating creatures. So glad sweet Nikita recovered from her stroke!!! Just love her (I kinda think she's my fav of the leopards but don't tell the boys that 😉). Thanks for another cool and interesting "meet the characters" Kevin, always enjoy learning more about them.

[@georgecardiff1946]

Fantastic video Kevin, Nikita and Coal look fabulous.

[@micheleczyzewski9243]

Would love to see a clip of Coal and Nikita as cubs!

[@margotrosendorn6371]

20 years, WOW! It's pretty rare for any cat to live that long, really shows just how well they're cared for.

[@kristinreign8026]

Majestic Creations 😊

[@mrlanpp]

You may have seen my comments before, but one of the things I taught my son as he was growing up was that big things do big jobs and little things do little jobs, but ALL JOBS ARE IMPORTANT! I’m grateful for the love and attention that you give these beautiful animals. I wish I could offer you more. There is something sacred in the kinship of life and those who are sensitive to its balance and gifts. We’re on opposite sides of the planet, yet so many of us- fans of yours and fans of those in your charge. I’m just profoundly grateful that an individual as yourself maintains this commitment and trust. There’s no currency in a simple thanks, though I feel it’s far from meaningless. Wishing you love, health, fulfillment, and long life. What goes around comes around. THANK YOU KEVIN❣️ PS: I wish that the animals could take you on a walk about and point to your wonderful nuances, tell us about people, and how you’re the cat’s pajamas, as the idiomatic expression goes. Anyway, thanks. I miss Amy and Siam, but I know how well they were loved and accepted for their own individuality. P

[@evvaneo]

Thank you so much Kevin, you'r the best !

[@shaniecahill931]

I love this channel! I have ALWAYS wanted a big cat of my own, but I knew I would never do that to them. I don't have the space, means, or anything else for that matter to help them thrive. With that being said, I live through you vicariously Kevin! We all love your sanctuary and what it means for your animals. Thank you for sharing and thank you for letting us love them too. ❤️ The education you have shared is priceless! God bless you! Glad you are feeling better. So very sorry for the loss of Siam. 😢 I had many tears for his loss. I hope your heart is on the mend.

[@martinadams1971]

Just brightens my day watching you interacting with the animals. Love and best wishes from Glasgow Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@LionWhispererTV]

Thank you. It’s good to know that I’m still making an impact after all these years 🙏🏼

[@Katastrop]

I think its so funny they lap up the tomato sauce before going for the fish lol I love seeing the majestic beast and the little house pussycat qualities in all the sanctuary leopards and lions.

[@mallori6610]

When Kevin speaks about the animals health you can really tell how much he truly cares. He holds his position as their main care giver very seriously and when something happens it weighs greatly on him! A truly good human that wants what’s best for all animals!!! So glad we get a glimpse

[@stephenroberts4019]

I'd like to see Suja and Bongani, get an update on how they are doing

[@dprich100]

Great episode today Kevin. Really enjoyed watching the black leopards hang out with you.

[@jonathangold2087]

Another amazing video, Kevin! Cole and Nikita are two magnificent black leopards. Their interactions with you are fascinating to watch, and rather amusing as well. The intimate rapport you have with all the big cats under your care, is extraordinary! The fact that they all seem to be so comfortable in your presence, speaks volumes as to the type of unique human being you are. Their love for you is quite apparent and heartwarming to watch. You have given us all a much better understanding, as to how incredible all these large cats are! In some respects they seem like oversized domestic cats, but quickly enough one realizes that is only a small aspect of who they really are! Watching your interactions with them, allows us a much more intimate appreciation of what these cats are all about. Perhaps with this knowledge, their future in the wild can be safeguarded for generations to come. We can only hope that will be the result. Thank you again for introducing to these two colorful , large feline characters! They are both delightful ambassadors for the black leopard family of big cats! Another enjoyable and enriching video to have had the opportunity to watch!

[@dh6565]

One of the most beautiful Animals that Nature has to offer

[@leawilson6009]

I Loved how Coal answered when you asked if he wanted pilchards!! They are VERY Smart--my black cats used to say words back in meows in such a way that I knew they understood me!! Good Kitty NATION!! Thank You Loves!! 💛💛🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛

[@zoeilobowdery8778]

Looks like a domestic cat when he bats his 🐾 love big cats 🐈‍⬛ didn’t know they liked eggs🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@suzannesmith6832]

I so envy your lifestyle. How gratifying it must be to have an up close and personal relationship with these strong, proud, and playful creatures. Hats off to you!

[@kiuyt856]

Never forget the time and attention it takes to build special relationships like this man has with so many different dangerous animals. I'd bet a lot of money he spends the same, if not more of his time with the animals versus his own human family

[@sharonannc.3079]

Awesome to see Nikita & Coal (spelling of Cole?) up close. Their coats are soooo beautiful, I noticed Coals eyes are different, each eye 👁️ looked a different color ? I also wondered about your interaction Kevin, with them. I’m guessing it isn’t as safe, to roll around like you do with the Lions, I know you have a unique bond with them.. what of these beautiful, yet suspicious animals Nikita & Coal. I’ll bet when they were little you were more physically involved ? Never get tired of your video shares. As soon as I can afford to JOIN I will … As a subscriber I put your channel in my Face Book page a Lot, & have shared you with my friends.. look forward to the next visit.. Sharon 🇺🇸😊

[@ElusiveLion741]

Kevin made the comment “to anyone who notices the pigmentation in Coal's eye, he has had this for some time and it's nothing to be alarmed about. It’s quite common in old cats and is called melanosis, a benign deposition of melanin.”

[@kayblench2537]

So fascinating to see their different behaviours. Such beautiful cats and thank you for sharing this with us. How lucky you are and privileged to be so close to them.

[@Tiger-Heart]

Beautiful- what else can I say!? Love the BIG cats- 🐅

[@elizabethannferrario7113]

Hi Kevin i love these two , they are just beautiful not only to look at but they are so agile ! i remember the fire it was heartbreaking i truly thought the animals might die , i was bereft at the just the thought god only knows how you felt ! my heart was right there with you !

[@lindaredwood-kahn2729]

Love these black beauties!! A kid of the 60's, loved Jungle Book, my favorite was Baguera. Simply gorgeous!! Thank you for helping us to know their personalities. . ❤❤❤

[@Julie_Rios]

Hi, Kevin! Haven’t watched in a while. Amazing cats. Nikita & Cole certainly have their own distinctive personalities. God bless & have a wonderful weekend.

[@KatherineUribe-1]

I love the leopards!💖🐱🐱💖 I loved the way Nikita looked laying in the grass with her beautiful eyes looking up. Gorgeous cat! OMG! I had no idea about the leopards being accidentally poisoned. How awful! Poor kitties. I'm so grateful they're all right!💖

[@sac1303]

Thanks for caring for these animals, Kevin.

[@vivverz3810]

Black Leopards and Black Jaguars are my favorite, so beautiful, majestic, strong, agile, gentle, fast and simply amazing. Keep up the great work.

[@gillhughes8785]

They really are just big kittens lol..and so beautiful.. I have a real soft spot for black leopards.. x❤️🇬🇧❤️x

[@timothypayne3068]

Love the vids Kev!

[@xmateinc]

You give those cats such a beautiful home, its no wonder they have no desire to leave.

[@dannylaw7367]

You're so lucky to be able to be around this beautiful wonderful animals. I don't know how you do it but I wish It were me that has this gift.