Wild giant panda Photo: screenshot fro The Paper

A villager in Ya'an, Southwest China's Sichuan Province, recently discovered a wild giant panda which had been visiting his bamboo forest for three consecutive days to forage for food.

Local forestry and public security departments quickly responded to the report and confirmed the presence of a healthy adult giant panda in the area. 

Despite the presence of humans, the panda remained calm and continued to eat before leisurely leaving the area. 

In a video circulating online, the wild giant panda is seen wandering through the forest, appearing to be a regular visitor. 

After speaking with local villagers, it was revealed that the wild giant panda had been visiting the same bamboo forest from June 20 to June 22. 

Its adorable appearance has won the hearts of Chinese netizens. Many netizens jokingly said they would also love to wake up one day and encounter such a cute messenger in their own backyard.

Currently, the local forestry and public security departments are increasing patrols in the area to monitor the situation and observe the wild giant panda.

This rare and unexpected sighting has sparked excitement and interest among the local community, as the presence of a wild giant panda in the area is a rare occurrence. The authorities are working to ensure the safety and well-being of the panda while taking measures to protect its natural habitat. 

The frequent encounters of the public with wild giant pandas or other animals in recent years reflect the continuous improvement of China's ecological environment, as the habitats for these animals are expanding. 

Experts remind the public that the giant panda belongs to the carnivorous order and the bear family. Wild giant pandas can be aggressive and if people encounter a giant panda on the road, they should maintain a safe distance and not disturb or interfere with its normal activities.

Global Times