Meet the Giant Panda
The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is a bear native to south-central China. Known for its distinctive black-and-white fur, gentle demeanor, and love for bamboo, the panda has become a global symbol of wildlife conservation.
How Is the Panda Doing Today?
Thanks to decades of conservation efforts by China and international organizations like WWF, the giant panda was downgraded from “Endangered” to “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List in 2016. As of recent estimates, there are over 1,800 pandas living in the wild!
Panda Behavior & Mood
Pandas are generally calm, solitary animals. They’re not aggressive unless threatened. In captivity, they often appear relaxed and playful—especially when given toys or fresh bamboo.
How You Can Help
Support conservation groups, avoid products that contribute to deforestation, and spread awareness! Every effort counts toward protecting pandas and their bamboo forest homes.