Question

In what year was the genome of the giant panda sequenced?

Answer 1

The genome of the giant panda was sequenced in 2009. It was a collaborative effort between Chinese and international scientists. This breakthrough provided new understanding of the panda's biology and highlighted its unique adaptation to a bamboo diet.

Answer 2

The genome of the giant panda was sequenced and published in 2010. The sequencing of the giant panda genome was a collaborative effort between the Beijing Genomics Institute (BGI), the Institute of Zoology at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, and other institutions. The genome sequencing provided important insights into the biology and evolution of the giant panda, and it has also facilitated studies aimed at conserving the species.