Black-and-white "giant" bear (5)

I believe the answer is:

panda

(Other definitions for panda that I've seen before include "Chinese native" , "(a cuddly-looking bear)" , "shoots lover" , "Giant, red, Chinese mammal" , "Chinese animal" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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