Fossil evidence suggests that ancient pandas, while omnivorous, started munching on bamboo around 7 million years ago. Yet, they've taken a rather peculiar gastronomic detour over millennia.
With a digestive system more suited for meat, our furry friends belong to the order Carnivora.
But when it comes to their dietary habits, there's a giant question that looms large: Why are these bears so obsessed with bamboo? A Journey Through EvolutionĪt first glance, it seems rather odd. Pandas, with their endearing black-and-white markings, might just be nature's most recognizable conservation ambassadors.