Giant Panda
The giant panda, an international symbol of wildlife conservation, thrives in carefully managed reserves in China. Pandas rely on a diet of bamboo, consuming up to 40 pounds daily. In reserves, they are provided with extensive bamboo forests and secluded areas to support their solitary nature. Breeding programs in reserves have significantly boosted panda populations, and visitors often have the chance to observe these gentle giants engaging in their favorite pastime—eating!