All About Panda Bears
Learning Objective
I can describe the physical characteristics and habitat of panda bears.
Key Concepts
The giant panda, known scientifically as Ailuropoda melanoleuca, is characterized by its distinctive black and white fur and resides in bamboo-filled mountainous regions of central China.
Giant pandas have a unique anatomical feature: an enlarged wrist bone that functions like a thumb, enabling them to handle food with dexterity.
Pandas communicate through scent marks and calls, and unlike most bears, they do not hibernate in winter, instead moving to lower elevations to continue eating bamboo.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the scientific name for the giant panda?
2. Describe the typical coloration of a giant panda.
3. In what type of environment do giant pandas primarily live?
...and 4 more questions
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The Giant Panda
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