One of the most popular teddy bears around today, and with good reason, is the Panda Bear. They are so adorable and there is something about them no one can seem to resist. It may well be the black circles around their eyes, or their black ears, but whatever it is, grownups and children seem to love them.
This cuddly looking bear from China has has the world fascinated, ever since it was first discovered. Although the Panda bear is a true carnivore, they basically eat only bamboo. Panda bears eat birds and rodents, but prefer grass, bamboo, and tubers.
The one feature that separates them from other types of bears is their nose. Other bears have long snouts and menacing looking eyes. The short nose and round face found on the Panda bear is almost the same as on the teddy bear.
Being that the Panda bear is somewhat clumsy, it makes him even more cute. The Panda bear, according to research, is thought to be the oldest family of primitive bears left today, and fossils believed to be over 8 million years old have been found to support this theory. One good resource to find out more about Giant Pandas is at San Diego Zoo.
There has been a surge in Panda teddy bear sales since the movie Kung Fu Panda was made. The Panda is the main character in the movie, yet lacking in confidence he tries to be a Kung Fu Master. He needs to learn how he can save his friends from the evil snow leopard, Tai Lun. The story has a great moral example for children, showing how important it is to believe in yourself and to trust others. Many children have a Po Panda bear sleeping with them at night now because of this great movie.
Many different companies make Panda teddy bears of some kind, so you will always have a great selection. Build-a-Bear company even has a shop where children can pick out parts of clothes for their very own unique bear, and make your very own creation. You can also find Panda teddy bears at the Vermont Teddy Bear Company, as well as the North American Bear Company.
The next time you need a get-well bear, or a gift for a child, you should consider buying a Panda bear. Each bear will be loved by all because they each have their own personality. Online stores have a great variety of Panda bears to choose from. Shopping on the Internet saves you time and money because the store owners have less overhead. You will find Panda bears in all shapes and sizes, so have fun finding just the right one for you or your child
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