panda

The panda, Panda or Giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is a species of mammal of the order of the carnivores and although there is a great controversy about it, the last studies of its DNA encompass it among the members of the family of the Bears (Ursidae), being the bear of spectacles its closest relative, although this belongs to the subfamily of the Tremarctinos. On the other hand, the Red Panda belongs to a family of its own and independent; Ailuridae. The species is very localized. Native From central China, the giant panda lives in mountainous regions, mainly those of Sichuan, up to a height of 3500 m S. N. M.

for 2017 It is estimated that the total population exceeds 2000 specimens, 2 of which 1864 live in freedom, 3 demonstrating that the Number of pandas living in freedom is on the rise. The panda is the symbol of WWF (World Wildlife Fund) since 1961.

The main food of the panda is the bamboo (around 99% of its diet), but also feeds on fruits, small mammals, fish, and insects. 4 is a good climber, though seldom seen in the trees. It adapts to captivity and thanks to its fur it easily supports the winter conditions of its habitat.