
The Influence of the Panda on Traditional Chinese Art: A Symbol of Nature, Culture, and Conservation
The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca), native to the mountainous regions of central China, has become an iconic symbol of both Chinese culture and the global conservation movement. This remarkable species, renowned for its distinctive black-and-white fur and gentle demeanor, has been an enduring source of inspiration in Chinese art for centuries. While the panda’s modern…