★ Brilliantly adapted for the general　public, this book lays out the interrelated aspects of natural history　whose adaptive pressures influenced the panda’s anatomy
★ Cyril Barrett, honorary Professor of Biology at Laval University and PhD in animal behavior, explains the love of scientists through his detailed study of the giant panda in this book, which is for all readers who love giant pandas.
★ The discovery of giant pandas has caused a sensation in the world, and their cute and naive image has won the love of people all over the world. This book from the perspective of evolutionary analysis of the giant panda is how to survive, it has what wonderful physiological structure, which is not conducive to survival characteristics. Starting with this book, we will understand this wonderful animal from a more comprehensive perspective.

　　A mistake of nature or a wonder of adaptation? A powerful exposé of the natural world, perfect for any animal lover.
　　Everyone goes gaga over these adorable black and white balls of fluff. After all, what’s not to love about a calm, chubby, cuddly　bear? But the panda’s history and evolution raise questions.
　　How did it become a vegetarian? Where did it get such spectacular　markings? How can we explain its extra thumb? Why is it so poorly　adapted for digesting bamboo— its only source of food? The giant panda　evolved 2.5 million years ago, making it the oldest living member of　the bear family. It has become a worldwide symbol of endangered species,　prompting major conservation efforts. And yet its distinctive adaptive　features could very well have doomed it to extinction.

CYRILLE BARRETTE
　　holds a PhD in ethology from the University of Calgary and is professor emeritus of biology at Laval University in Quebec City. Well known for his work on the behavior and ecology of mammals, he has authored several books on evolutionary biology.