Eli5 why do pandas only eat bamboo when they are able to digest meat efficiently?

Question

Does it affect their life span? Is bamboo enough to satisfy their nutritional needs?

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Answer 1

Pandas are native to China and their diet revolves around bamboo. It is estimated that they can eat up to 12 kilograms (26.5 pounds) of bamboo per day. Bamboo is very high in fiber which helps them stay full.