Panda
Bear-like mammal native to China., Black and white fur., Eats bamboo., Endangered species., Symbol of conservation efforts., Slow-moving and docile., Large, round face., Distinctive black eye patches., Thick, muscular body., Can weigh up to 330 pounds.,1 Lives in mountainous regions.,1 Solitary animals.,1 Excellent climbers.,1 Spend most of their time eating.,1 Sleep for up to 14 hours a day.,1 Give birth to one or two cubs at a time.,1 Cubs are born blind and helpless.,1 Depend on their mothers for several months.,1 Communicate through vocalizations and scent marking.,20. Have a lifespan of 20-30 years in the wild.,2 Protected by strict conservation laws.,2 Face habitat loss and fragmentation.,2 Vulnerable to climate change.,2 Mainly found in bamboo forests.,2 Have a specialized wrist bone for gripping bamboo.,2 Can consume up to 40 pounds of bamboo per day.,2 Have a low metabolic rate.,2 Digestive system adapted to bamboo.,2 Spend time grooming their fur.,30. Have a sixth finger-like bone for gripping.,3 Playful and curious nature.,3 Can swim and climb trees.,3 Have a strong sense of smell.,3 Excellent sense of hearing.,3 Have sharp claws for climbing.,3 Have a slow reproductive rate.,3 Slow population growth.,3 Face competition for resources.,3 Have few natural predators.,40. Protected in nature reserves and national parks.,4 Attract tourists for wildlife viewing.,4 Conservation efforts focus on habitat preservation.,4 Research conducted to understand their behavior and needs.,4 Breeding programs in captivity to increase population.,4 International symbol of wildlife conservation.,4 Admired for their unique appearance.,4 Play a crucial role in bamboo forest ecosystems.,4 Help spread bamboo seeds through their droppings.,4 Can be seen in zoos around the world.,50. Inspire conservation awareness and education.
