The Giant Panda
Discover the life of pandas, their habitat, diet, and challenges they face. Learn about the endangerment of pandas and conservation efforts. Find out what you can do to help save these beloved creatures. Explore panda facts and ways to support their survival.
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The Giant Panda Els Reuvekamp
What is a panda? A black and white bear Large Lives in China Distinct black spots on eyes Mammal, sexual reproduction
How do pandas live? Live in isolation, not in groups Seem cuddly, actually furious Sharp teeth and powerful jaws Raises its young No lifetime partners Reproduce slowly Warm blooded No migration or hibernation
Bamboo Pandas eat 20-30 lbs. of bamboo daily Bamboo is a panda s main source of nutrition Bamboo deforestation has led to panda decline
Why are pandas endangered? Pandas became endangered in 1984 Habitats were destroyed by deforestation Habitat fragmentation Many pandas were killed by poachers for their fur
How endangered are pandas? As of 2004, only 1600 pandas left in the wild Expected to go extinct within 70 years or 3 generations Captive breeding has increased panda numbers
Whats currently being done? Captive breeding has increased panda numbers Over 50 panda reserves exist in China WWF has raised panda awareness
What can you do? Donate to WWF Stop using bamboo products Oppose illegal panda poaching Travel to safe regions where pandas wont be affected
Websites Used: http://wwf.panda.org/what_we_do/endange red_species/giant_panda/whatyoucando/ http://wwf.panda.org/what_we_do/endange red_species/giant_panda/solutions/protected areas/ http://worldwildlife.org/species/giant-panda http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Animals/GiantPand as/pandaFacts/default.cfm
