Researchers will more precisely date and classify the giant panda, aiming to assemble the most complete skeleton ever discovered for this species. Beyond its significance as a fossil, the remains ...

The panda's temporomandibular joint and premolars enable them to peel the bamboo. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert!

Originally regarded by zoologists as a bear, the giant panda's closer correspondence with the red panda was established in 1901, based on tooth structure and skull shape, and - then considered the ...

The sea squirts, which were spotted off Kumejima island, have black markings resembling the face of a giant panda on a transparent body. White vessels transverse their bodies like a skeleton ...

In addition, giant panda are excellent climbers, with cubs able to clamber up trees when they are just 6 months old. They can also swim and, unlike most other bears, do not hibernate for months at ...