Panda: meaning, definitions and examples

The word 'panda' originates from the French term 'panda', which likely comes from a vernacular name in the language of the native people of the bamboo-eating bear's region. The panda was first documented in the West in the late 19th century, when European naturalists became aware of this unique animal during their explorations in China. The name 'panda' initially referred to the red panda, a smaller and different species that also shares the bamboo diet but is not closely related to the giant panda. The giant panda was later named with the same term, leading to some confusion. In conservation discourse, the panda has become an emblematic species representing wildlife protection efforts due to its status as an endangered species and the challenges it faces from habitat loss and a low birth rate.

This word's position of #31,219 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.

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