WWF conserves our planet, habitats, & species like the Panda
The world has changed. Wildlife has halved in less than a generation. Natural habitats are being put under increasing pressure. And climate change is leading us into uncharted territory. But people have changed too. They’re more aware of the threat to essentials like food, water and clean air. They’re more ambitious, more innovative.
Giant panda | WWF
Giant panda. The giant panda is perhaps the most powerful symbol in the world when it comes to species conservation. Adored around the world, the distinctive black and white animal is a national treasure in China and has been the symbol of WWF since its formation in 1961. While its numbers are slowly increasing, the giant panda remains one of ...
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About the panda - WWF
The panda is not special just because it is one of the most well known and charismatic animals on earth. It is also a very peculiar species, with many unique and remarkable characteristics. Learn more: How many pandas live in the wild? Habitat: where do they live? Natural enemies and defences. What do they eat? How big, tall, and heavy are they?
Impact of climate change on species | WWF
Climate change leads to a loss of species. Our planet is warming faster than at any time in the past 10,000 years. With these changes, species have to adapt to new climate patterns (variations in rainfall; longer, warmer summers etc). Global warming resulting from human emissions of greenhouse gases. The consequences include habitat loss ...
Physical Description - WWF
Adult pandas are about 150cm from nose to rump, with a 10-15cm tail. And they can grow up to 90cm tall at the shoulder. An adult panda can weigh up to 150kg, with males 10% larger and 20% heavier than females. They have two unique physical features that help them to hold, crush and eat bamboo: Broad, flat molar teeth.
Forests Practice | WWF
Forests are the lungs of the world, helping to keep our climate stable and providing 40% of the planet’s oxygen. They regulate our water system, increase rainfall and improve the quality of the water we need to survive. Over 1.6 billion peoples’ livelihoods depend on forests, and forests are home to many Indigenous peoples and communities ...
History of panda conservation | WWF
In 1979, WWF signs a unique agreement with China to cooperate on conservation, including helping to save the giant panda. WWF was the first international conservation organization to work in China at the Chinese government's invitation. In 1989, WWF-funded research and satellite imagery show that suitable habitat for pandas in Sichuan Province ...
The future of panda conservation - WWF
Giant panda numbers are slowly increasing, but the rare bear is not out of the woods yet. Traditional threats to pandas such as poaching appear to be declining, but large-scale disturbances including mining, hydro-power, tourism and infrastructure construction are becoming more severe. WWF's 2015-2025 giant panda conservation strategy sets the ...
Climate, Nature and our 1.5°C Future | WWF
The Climate, Nature and our 1.5°C Future report brings together the findings of four recent authoritative reports on climate change and biodiversity from the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and Intergovernmental Panel on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES). These are the IPCC special reports on global ...