ChinaEndemic to China, the Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is a herbivore species inhabiting temperate broadleaf forests habitats. Weighing 70–125 kg, it is classified as Endangered.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Giant Panda | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 97.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 17% |
| Height | 80 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 32 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 20% |
| Avg Speed | 32 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Giant Panda inhabits temperate broadleaf forests habitats. It can be found in China.
Typical coloring: Black, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Giant Panda is a solitary species belonging to the Ursidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Giant Panda is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Giant Panda’s weight of 70–125 kg is lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #12 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Giant Panda weigh?
A Giant Panda typically weighs 70–125 kg, which is below average compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Giant Panda?
The Giant Panda is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Giant Panda live?
The Giant Panda is found in China, in temperate broadleaf forests habitats.
How does the Giant Panda reproduce?
The Giant Panda has a gestation period of 95–160 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026