Almost everyone has seen PANDAS in a toy store, on television, or in Internet videos. But very few people have seen these animals in their natural habitat. Why? The panda is among the world's most endangered species. In this early part of the 21st century, the world's wildlife conservation organizations collectively estimate that not more than 1,000 pandas are still in existence. Still, here in these pages, you can learn all about this charismatic animal. There's so much to discover. Did you know pandas have opposable thumbs? See what people are doing to help pandas survive even in the face of habitat loss and a lack of genetic diversity. Entertaining and informative, PANDAS is just one title from the series Animals in the Wild. Anyone seeking a better understanding of the animal kingdom, especially these majestic creatures, will enjoy this book and the entire series. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources.
