Panda Flashcard

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What is a panda's favorite food?

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Bamboo

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How old can pandas live to be?

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30 years

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Where are pandas from?

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China

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What is the scientific name of the giant panda?

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Ailuropoda melanoleuca

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What type of habitat do pandas prefer?

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Temperate forests with bamboo

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What is the primary reason for the giant panda's endangered status?

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Habitat loss and low birth rates

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How much bamboo does a giant panda eat daily?

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Up to 40 pounds (18 kg) of bamboo

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What is the average weight of an adult giant panda?

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220 to 330 pounds (100 to 150 kg)

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What is the main reason pandas are considered carnivores despite their bamboo diet?

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They belong to the order Carnivora and have digestive systems adapted for meat.

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How do pandas communicate with each other?

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Through vocalizations, scent markings, and body language.