In the Mengdingshan Scenic Spot in southwest China's Sichuan Province, people out for leisure were surprised to spot a wild giant panda on Saturday.

Wild panda found sleeping in tree in SW China

According to locals, the panda was sighted on a tall tree. Staff from the local Forest Bureau and firefighters arrived soon after receiving the call. They decided to set up a protective net under the tree to prevent the panda from falling.

However, the panda proved too quick and disappeared into the woods. Residents have been told to keep their dogs at home and stand back from the panda if he's seen again.