The term "panda" is believed to be derived from the Nepalese words "nigalya ponya" which translates to "bamboo eater." Climate change is impacting species across the globe and red pandas—with ...

The giant panda, or panda bear, is known for its distinct black-and-white body and propensity of eating bamboo by the bunch. The panda is considered a national treasure in China, according to the ...

Gorillas are almost entirely vegetarian, eating plants such as bamboo, flowers, roots, and jungle fruits. Despite this, the ...

Red panda vs. giant panda: Conservation status The red panda is declared endangered, and with the increase in habitat fragmentation, hunting, and losing habitats, their population decreases.

In fact, 90% of the Sequoia Park Zoo red panda’s diet is made up of the woody plant that’s part of the grass family. “Red pandas have special adaptations for eating bamboo. … A single red ...

A red panda at the Cape May County Zoo, said to be the oldest female of its species in North America, died after a sudden decline in health, the facility said on Saturday.

About 98% of a red panda’s diet is bamboo. But unlike giant pandas that eat almost all parts of the plant, red pandas are picky and only dine on the nutrient-rich tips of the leaves and the ...

The red panda has had her first health check from Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s veterinary team and is said to be doing well. A spokeswoman for the Zoo said she will be named shortly. RZSS ...

Red pandas have flexible ankles that enable them to be excellent climbers in bamboo forests. Not only do they climb these trunks with ease, but bamboo is also a main food source, making up ...

Genetic material from bamboo has been found in the blood of giant pandas, which may alter the feeding habits of these iconic bears. According to a new paper published Friday (Feb. 28) in the ...

A red panda eating bamboo (Image: Lake District Wildlife Park) At this time of the year as we reach spring, it is a good time to plant bamboo so the project will begin soon.