Scientists discovered that bamboo's miRNA enters giant pandas' blood, influencing their feeding habits and taste perception.

One of the most iconic symbols of the animal kingdom is, without a doubt, the giant panda chomping happily on a leafy bit of ...

Pandas famously love bamboo but the fluffy mammals actually have digestive systems typical of animals that eat a meat-based diet - and Chinese scientists now think they know why. They say gorging ...

A new study suggests that microRNA from plants can enter the bloodstream of bears and facilitate adaptation to a herbivorous ...

“Our study proved that bamboo used as food for giant pandas does affect the ... Li believes the fact that miRNA could transmit signals from plants to animals, may open doors for studying the treatment ...

Unlike their bear relatives, which feast on meat and a variety of high-protein foods, pandas eat almost nothing but bamboo—a plant that is low in nutrients and difficult to digest. For decades, ...

Tiny scraps of genetic material from bamboo might influence the genes of pandas, helping them adapt to a mostly bamboo diet. Comments ( 0 ) ( ) When you purchase through links on our site, we may ...

Red pandas cubs are fascinating to watch, but the reason behind why they can to stand is the most interesting fact of all.

Giant pandas have digestive systems that are typical for carnivores. Yet, bamboo is their main source of food. They have ...

Passing scientists spotted the animal — and discovered a new species ... about 5,200 to 5,900 feet and were typically “found on bamboo near streams,” the study said. The frogs were heard ...