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Panda habitat is found at the top of the Yangtze Basin, an ecoregion shared by both pandas and millions of people whose ancestors have utilized the region's natural resources for millenia. |



It has a special significance for WWF (World Wildlife Fund) as it has been the organization's symbol since it was formed in 1961. |






When die-offs occur the bears that do try to find a new place to feed often run into farmers and poachers. |










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In China they call the Panda "Xiongmao", which means Giant Cat Bear. The Panda was believed to have magical powers that could ward off natural disasters and evil spirits. Writings about the Pandas can be traced back 3,000 years. They were even kept as pets by Chinese Emperors, and considered rare and noble creatures. In fact, the mother of Emperor Wen of Han was buried with a panda skull in her tomb. |
The differing varieties of bamboo go through periodic die-offs as part of their renewal cycle. Without the ability to move into new areas that have not been affected, many Pandas will starve to death. |
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