Can its Olympic status help save the giant panda?

The video discusses the significance of the panda as an Olympic mascot and its role in raising awareness about environmental conservation in China. It highlights the challenges of panda conservation, including the limited number of pandas in captivity and the wild. The video also covers the success of breeding programs and the importance of maintaining genetic diversity. It emphasizes the role of genome banking in supporting breeding efforts but stresses that habitat protection is crucial for preventing extinction.

Why is Jingjing considered an important Olympic mascot?

• It represents all endangered species.

• It is the first animal mascot.

• It helps raise awareness about pandas.

• Because it is a rare species.

What is the estimated number of pandas surviving in the wild according to the Chinese government?

• More than 2000

• Less than 500

• About 1000

• Just over 1500

What was a record achievement in panda breeding in 2007?

• The release of pandas into the wild

• The longest lifespan of a panda in captivity

• The discovery of a new panda species

• The birth of 25 panda cubs in captivity

What is the main purpose of genome banking in panda conservation?

• To create a new species of panda

• To replace natural habitats with artificial ones

• To increase the panda population in the wild

• To support international breeding programs

What is considered crucial for preventing panda extinction?

• Creating more mascots

• Developing new breeding techniques

• Protecting their natural habitat

• Increasing the number of zoos