When it comes to "national treasures", everyone has to think of the giant panda. The giant panda's stupid look can make everyone fall in love with it instantly. China has a vast land and abundant resources, and there are many kinds of animals. So why is the giant panda regarded as China's "national treasure"? Where is the national treasure? Let’s take you to find out.

Why are giant pandas regarded as China's national treasures?

1. Giant pandas are living fossils

The oldest giant panda fossils appeared in Lufeng and Yuanmou, Yunnan, China 8 million years ago, and are known as the earliest fossils. panda. After millions of years of history, many species have become extinct, but the giant panda has survived and has become a "living fossil."

2. Scarce number and difficult to breed

Currently, there are about 1,600 wild giant pandas in the world and only 548 captive giant pandas. This number is very rare for a species. We all know that scarcity is valuable. Currently, giant pandas are listed as national first-level protected animals, and the number of wild giant pandas is still decreasing.

Furthermore, the reproductive period of giant pandas is short. Female pandas only have sexual intercourse once a year, and each time only lasts for 2-3 days. In addition, the reproductive period of giant pandas is very short. The number of mid-term babies is very small, and their babies are not likely to survive, which also leads to poor reproductive capacity of pandas. Artificial breeding of giant pandas is difficult. The survival rate is also relatively low, so it has naturally become a "national treasure".

3. The giant panda is a "special product of China"

The giant panda is a unique species in China. It is only distributed in the mountainous areas of Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu at an altitude of 2,000 to 3,500 meters. There are no giant pandas in other countries in the world, and the giant pandas in zoos in other countries are shipped from China.

Why the giant panda is regarded as China’s national treasure

4. The giant panda looks cute

The giant panda has a round and big head and funny movements , the first impression is that it is particularly "cute". The black and white color of the hair on the head and body gives people a visual stimulation. It seems black but not black, and white is not pure white. Black and brown, white The medium yellow appearance makes people feel particularly cute. Whether adults or children see giant pandas, they will basically have a natural feeling of closeness.

5. Giant pandas have a docile temperament

Under normal circumstances, giant pandas have a very docile temperament. They will not take the initiative to attack people or animals, even if wild giant pandas see humans. They will also run away immediately. In addition to eating bamboo, giant pandas also like to play with "toys", which will leave a "cute" impression on people.

6. The giant panda has become the "spokesperson"

The giant panda was selected as the logo of the Wildlife Association and often serves as the ambassador of peace, bringing the friendship of the Chinese people to various places. The country's "tourism" has become a link between my country and other countries, and giant pandas have become a genuine "treasure" among wild animals.

To sum up, the giant panda is regarded as China’s national treasure, which is worthy of its name.

Where is the Chengdu Giant Panda Base?

The full name of the Chengdu Giant Panda Base is the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base. It is located in Futou Mountain in the northern suburbs of Chengdu, more than 10 kilometers away from the city. Take a bus from the city to the zoo bus station and get here 198a Or you can go to the Panda Base for RMB 198. Tickets for the Chengdu Giant Panda Base: RMB 58 per person. Tourist bus fare: 10 yuan/person. Opening hours: 07:30-18:00, open all year round.

Why are giant pandas regarded as China’s national treasure

Are giant pandas mammals?

The giant panda is the only mammal belonging to the order Carnivora, the family Ursidae, the subfamily Giant Panda, and the genus Giant Panda. Usually an adult giant panda has a head and body length of 1.2-1.8 meters and a tail length of 10-12 centimeters. Weighing 80-120 kg, the heaviest can reach 180 kg.