External Description
Giant pandas are bear-like in shape with striking black and white markings. The weight of an adult male panda is normally between 176-276 lbs, typically weighing about 10-20% more than females. Giant panda bears have massive heads, heavy bodies, and rounded ears. The basic fur color of the panda is white with black patches, and covers the ears, legs, feet, chest, and shoulders. The fur is thick and coarse. It has bilateral symmetry.