Pandas are adorable, black and white bears that are native to central China. They have a unique and recognizable appearance, with their black eye patches, rounded ears, and distinctive black and white markings. They are also known for their love of bamboo, which makes up almost the entirety of their diet. Pandas are classified as carnivores, but they primarily consume bamboo, which is low in nutrients and requires them to eat up to 40 pounds a day to meet their energy needs. Pandas are solitary animals that spend most of their time in the trees, but also enjoy swimming and playing in the water. Unfortunately, pandas are an endangered species due to habitat loss and human encroachment on their natural habitats.