Leopards Spots Black (IMAGE) University of Nottingham Caption Leopards can change their spots. Research carried out at The University of Nottingham Malaysia Campus used specially modified camera traps to reveal the black leopard's spots. Credit © Rimba Research Malaysia Usage Restrictions All images please credit © Rimba Research Malaysia License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.