Giant panda
A species of Ailuropoda, Also known as Panda, Parti-colored bear Scientific name : Ailuropoda melanoleuca Genus : Ailuropoda
Giant panda, A species of Ailuropoda
Also known as:
Panda, Parti-colored bear
Scientific name: Ailuropoda melanoleuca
Genus: Ailuropoda
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Description
The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca), also giant panda or panda bear, is a mammal from the family of the bears (Ursidae). As a symbol of the WWF and sometimes of species protection in general, it has gained worldwide fame despite its very limited circulation area. In older German literature, the giant panda is also called a bamboo bear or a paw bear. There are currently an estimated 1864 wild specimens. Below that is at least one albino.
General Info
Lifespan
14-20 years
Diet
Giant panda primarily subsists on bamboo, dedicating up to 14 hours daily to consumption, their diet includes both the leaves and stalks. Despite their carnivorous digestive system, only a minimal amount of meat is eaten.
Appearance
Giant panda are large, bear-like mammals with a rounded body and thick fur. The fur is black and white, notably with black patches around the eyes and ears, and a black saddle across the shoulders. Notable features include broad, flat feet and a thick, strong tail. Males are slightly larger than females, but generally, there are no significant variations in appearance based on age or subspecies.
Behavior
Giant panda is a solitary animal with largely diurnal habits, spending most of its day eating an herbivorous diet primarily consisting of bamboo. They mark territories by rubbing against trees and rocks, leaving scents. Grooming habits involving licking their fur clean are common. Notable behaviors include the 'scent marking' technique and a 'bleating' vocalization during mating.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
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