Problem Solution-Measures might be adopted to save the Giant Panda.

As forests in the world are being logged, many animals face extinction. The first species come to my mind is the Giant Panda. One of the most valuable animals in China and also, it is the one who is facing the most serious extinction problem. The population of the Giant Panda dropped sharply in the past century mainly due to the lack of living environment and illegal catches and kills. On the other hand, pandas are very captious to its food, which puts them in great danger of food shortage. Normally, they live on a diet of 99% bamboo, occasionally eating the new leaves and fruits of other plants. However, the bamboo they eat is not normal one but china-cane which is very few. That is why most of the panda are living in Sichuan Province, China where abounds of such bamboo. In fact, most of the bamboos in the area bloomed and died in the 70’s and 80’s of the last century. Actually, the worldwide endeavor to save the Giant Panda from this crisis is still a fresh memory. Since the middle of last century, a series of effective measures have been taken by the Chinese government to save and protect the Giant Panda, which is not only the national treasure of China but also loved and cared about by people around the world. In 1957, a decision was made at a conference of the 3rd National Party Convention (NPC) to set up nature reserves, launching a ban on hunting and capturing of Giant Panda. Until now, 32 nature reserves have been established in Sichuan and nearby provinces mainly for the protection of the Giant Panda. They cover an area of 10,500 square kilometers, which is 81% of the panda distribution area. Besides these nature reserves, scientists in China also help panda to reproduce artificially. Personally, I think putting Giant Panda in the zoos might be another good means even though the zoo may not provide the best living environment for them. The fact is that, being in the zoo, the pandas would not be hunted. Objectively, the artificial environment can help them live safely. Furthermore, the visits from tourists all over the world could help to improve people’s awareness of the Giant Panda. The Giant Panda will have to chance to survive only when most people understand the situation that they are facing and take actions to help them.