Are panthers one of the native animals in Florida?

Yes, panthers are one of the native animals in Florida. The Florida panther (Puma concolor coryi) is a subspecies of the cougar that is found in the state of Florida in the United States. It is also known as the Florida cougar or the Everglades panther. The Florida panther is one of the most endangered subspecies of cougars in the world and is protected by the Endangered Species Act.