The panda, specifically the giant panda, is a bear species native to China. Known for its distinctive black and white fur, the giant panda primarily feeds on bamboo, which makes up about 99% of its diet. They are classified as vulnerable due to habitat loss and low birth rates. Pandas are solitary animals, typically living alone except during mating season or when a mother is raising her cubs. They have a unique thumb-like bone that helps them grasp bamboo. Conservation efforts have been implemented to protect their habitats and increase their population in the wild.