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I am thinking about a trip to the National Zoo to see the new pandas. If anyone is interested, let me know. I'm thinking of a Saturday or Sunday (because traffic will be much lighter then). Maybe the end of April. You have to have reservations, not only for parking but also for the entrance to the Panda area. Please let me know what days you are available (as early as possible because they fill up fast. Please let me know by the end of March). Lynn https://www.jacarandafm.com/shows/drive/watch-zoo-animals-play-musical-instruments/ https://www.wyomingnews.com/news/local_news/cloning-of-endangered-ferrets-moving-fast-making-history/article_b4199e8a-0111-11f0-8c4e-8317340fc084.html https://en.as.com/latest_news/scientists-discover-animal-species-not-sighted-for-185-years-and-thought-to-be-extinct-we-can-finally-confirm-it-n/ https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/hummingbirds-come-nj-check-migration-084630077.html https://www.mentalfloss.com/new-england-aquarium-penguin-retirement-island https://southfloridareporter.com/panda-bear-fur-is-patterned-to-break-up-its-outline-as-camouflage-in-forests-to-protect-itself/ https://www.instagram.com/amivitale/reel/DHRX8dJxILs/ https://english.elpais.com/science-tech/2025-03-05/why-pandas-dont-eat-meat-bamboo-molecules-shed-light-on-origins-of-plant-based-diet.html

-----Forwarded Message----- From: Smithsonian's National Zoo <zooscbicommunications@...> Sent: Mar 8, 2025 8:36 AM To: <lyyved@...> Subject: Meet the Maned Wolf Pups! Plus learn how to tell our Asian elephants apart! Having problems viewing this message? View in browser Celebrating Three New Pups The Zoo is closely monitoring three new maned wolf pups born at its private conservation and research campus in Front Royal, Virginia, this winter. Learn more about pups' personalities and what they mean for the maned wolf population in human care. Read the Story Get to Know the Elephants From the big "gentleman" Spike to energetic and inquisitive Nhi Linh, the Asian elephant herd at the National Zoo is full of personalities. Learn about each of its six members and how you can tell them apart when you visit Elephant Trails. Read the Story Dinner at the National Zoo Ever wonder what goes into making sure all of the Zoo's inhabitants get fed every day? Go behind the scenes at the animal commissary with Senior Nutritionist Mike Maslanka in this article for The Saturday Evening Post. Read the Story The Pandas Are Here Did you know that National Panda Day is March 16th? Show off your “District of Panda” pride and celebrate our animal ambassadors in style with our latest collection! Shop the Collection New Book: The Crane And The Keeper The heartwarming story of white-naped crane Walnut’s infatuation with her keeper, Chris Crowe, took flight in the news and on social media. Hand-raised by humans, Walnut imprinted and never bonded with other birds. Then she met caretaker Chris Crowe at our campus in Front Royal, Virginia—and was smitten. Their shared story shows that with care, patience and perseverance, humans can help save animals. Learn More Stay Connected. #WeSaveSpecies Unsubscribe | Preferences | Forward | View in browser | Privacy Policy Our Mission: The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute saves species by using cutting-edge science, sharing knowledge and providing inspirational experiences for our guests. 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington, DC 20008 nationalzoo.si.edu

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-----Forwarded Message----- From: Smithsonian's National Zoo <zooscbicommunications@...> Sent: Feb 15, 2025 8:46 AM To: <lyyved@...> Subject: ??? Animal Matchmaking at the Zoo Helping animals “swipe right” on the best mate is all in a day’s work! Having problems viewing this message? View in browser How Are Animal Matches Made? For Zoo scientists, helping animals “swipe right” on the best mate is all in a day’s work! Finding good matches on paper is only part of the story. Just like with humans, finding the right partner often comes down to animal attraction. Learn what goes into helping Zoo animals date, mate and procreate. Read the Story How To Train a Binturong With specially adapted paws and a unique prehensile tail, binturongs are built for climbing. But for 13-year-old Hank, arthritis has limited his mobility as he ages. His animal care team thought laser therapy treatments could help, but how do you train a binturong to voluntarily participate in its own medical care? Watch the Video Meet Vostok When Vostok first arrived at the Zoo, his deep growls and aggressive body language made it obvious that the 350-pound Amur tiger did not want to interact with his new caretakers. Knowing that tigers aren’t the most flexible with change, the Great Cats team took their cues from his behavior. Get the scoop on how they helped Vostok settle into his new home. Read the Story Protecting the Prairie Grassland restoration is critical work that supports a wide variety of species, from the mighty bison to the tiniest grasshopper. As a proud partner of the Intertribal Grasslands Network, Smithsonian scientists support Tribal communities who are protecting and preserving the American grasslands. Watch the Video Wild Medicine What happens to a seal who has a toothache? How does an orangutan get a checkup? On Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. ET, join our team of veterinarians and other animal health professionals to explore how animals go to the doctor, just like us! In this free, live virtual program, students will learn about animal health while watching an animal get a check-up. This virtual school program is part of Conservation Classroom, a collection of monthly lessons for K-5 students. Register Here The Pandas Are Here Ever since giant pandas arrived at the Zoo in 1972, they—and the 'panda- monium' they inspire—have been part of the fabric of Washington, D.C.'s vibrant history and culture. Show off your “District of Panda” pride and greet our animal ambassadors in style with our latest limited-edition collection! Shop the Collection New Book: The Crane And The Keeper The heartwarming story of white-naped crane Walnut’s infatuation with her keeper, Chris Crowe, took flight in the news and on social media. Hand-raised by humans, Walnut imprinted and never bonded with other birds. Then she met caretaker Chris Crowe at our campus in Front Royal, Virginia—and was smitten. Their shared story shows that with care, patience and perseverance, humans can help save animals. Learn More Stay Connected. #WeSaveSpecies Unsubscribe | Preferences | Forward | View in browser | Privacy Policy Our Mission: The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute saves species by using cutting-edge science, sharing knowledge and providing inspirational experiences for our guests. 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington, DC 20008 nationalzoo.si.edu

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*https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/the-national-zoos-giant-pandas-are-finally-making-their-public-debut-180985867/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&lctg=91689417 https://www.nbcwashington.com/entertainment/the-scene/tommy-tries-it-zookeeping-at-the-national-zoo/3778792/ https://www.npr.org/sections/the-picture-show/2025/01/24/g-s1-44627/photos-pandas-return-national-zoo https://georgetownvoice.com/2024/11/18/celebration-for-pandas-return-to-d-c-is-more-than-fluff-its-also-about-diplomacy/ https://nypost.com/2025/01/24/us-news/giant-pandas-return-to-dcs-national-zoo-already-won-the-hearts-of-staff/ https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/national-zoo-conservation-biology-institute/2025/01/23/meet-vostok-the-national-zoos-new-amur-tiger/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qJRrLnTnlg https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250124-bamboo-farm-gets-chopping-for-us-zoo-s-hungry-new-pandas https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2025/01/24/giant-pandas-national-zoo-washington-dc/77908334007/ https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/the-pandas-are-back-what-to-know-before-visiting-the-bears-at-the-national-zoo/

-----Forwarded Message----- From: Zoo Membership <zoomembership@...> Sent: Feb 19, 2025 4:11 PM To: <lyyved@...> Subject: Zoo Director Talks Pandas! Having problems viewing this message? View in browser Wild Nature Play Club: Music in March! Anacostia Community Museum | Saturday, March 1, 2025 | 11 AM - 12:30 PM Bring your dancing shoes and join us on Saturday, March 1, 2025 for a very special session of Wild Nature Play Club: a live family concert with our "Get a Head Start with the Smithsonian" friends Nick the Music Man and Pinky Jackalope! After the concert, we will enjoy a child-directed hike along the half-mile George Washington Carver Nature Trail, then gather together again for a story and nature activity. Register Remembering Murphy Reptile Discovery Center staff at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo are mourning the loss of Murphy, a 26-year-old male Komodo dragon who died Dec. 23, 2024. The median life expectancy for male Komodo dragons in human care is about 20 years. Zoo staff and members fondly remember Murphy as a very charismatic individual... Full Obituary The David Rubenstein Show: Brandie Smith David Rubenstein, former regent and longtime benefactor of the giant panda program, interviews Brandie Smith, the John and Adrienne Mars Director of the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. She talks about the history of the giant pandas first arriving in the United States in the early 1970s as a state gift from China, the National Zoo's wider conservation efforts, and what it's like to have the popular pandas back in the US. Watch A sweet way to support giant panda conservation! Find limited-edition giant panda M&M'S in the Panda Plaza gift shop. All proceeds from packs sold at the Zoo benefit our giant panda conservation program. Can't make it to the Zoo? These limited-edition packs can also be found at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, other Smithsonian Museum shops, and at MMS.com. Stay Connected. #WeSaveSpecies Unsubscribe | Preferences | Forward | View in browser | Privacy Policy You have received this email because you are a Smithsonian National Zoo Member. If you would like to unsubscribe please use the link above. Our Mission The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute saves species by using cutting-edge science, sharing knowledge and providing inspirational experiences for our guests. 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington, DC 20008 nationalzoo.si.edu

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https://www.wusa9.com/video/news/community/new-panda-photos-ahead-of-first-public-day-at-national-zoo/65-167ebf99-c930-47f3-b8ca-bf5c97a53623 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9S_88he0gqpXWrl5wS0urzNrXSM48VoF https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/smithsonian-national-zoo-giant-panda-make-public-debut-january-24-180985263/?utm_source=smithsonian-weekender&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&spMailingID=50330458&spUserID=NzQwNDU2Njk3OTAS1&spJobID=2802247421&spReportId=MjgwMjI0NzQyMQS2 https://www.straitstimes.com/asia/china-fights-rumours-of-panda-abuse-at-us-zoo-in-sign-of-goodwill https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/see-how-pandas-and-other-animals-enjoyed-chilly-snow-day?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NationalZooNews%3AJan.17%2C2025_V2_InTessitura&utm_content=version_A&uid=925646&promo=90450 https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/how-can-you-tell-giant-pandas-apart?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NationalZooNews%3AJan.17%2C2025_V2_InTessitura&utm_content=version_A&uid=925646&promo=90450 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/smithsonian-national-zoo-giant-panda-make-public-debut-january-24-180985263/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&spMailingID=50317061&spUserID=NzQwNDU2Njk3OTAS1&spJobID=2801782654&spReportId=MjgwMTc4MjY1NAS2 https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/first-endangered-pygmy-slow-lorises-born-at-smithsonians-national-zoo-and-conservation-biology-institute-180984112/?utm_source=smithsonian-weekender&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&spMailingID=49649724&spUserID=NzQwNDU2Njk3OTAS1&spJobID=2681279058&spReportId=MjY4MTI3OTA1OAS2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oAa1ZTQjXE https://www.voanews.com/a/chinese-pandas-arrive-in-us-headed-to-national-zoo-in-washington/7822991.html https://www.nbcwashington.com/entertainment/the-scene/whats-new-at-the-national-zoos-upgraded-giant-panda-habitat/3741934/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1jNUT0AdEMd=MjgwMTc4MjY1NAS2 htps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/smithsonian-national-zoo-giant-panda-make-public-debut-january-24-180985263/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&spMailingID=50317061&spUserID=NzQwNDU2Njk3OTAS1&spJobID=2801782654&spReportId=MjgwMTc4MjY1NAS2 https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/dcs-panda-family-tree-bao-li-is-the-latest-link-at-the-national-zoo/3742162/ https://www.instagram.com/nbcwashington/reel/DBKV7bnN8DP/ https://www.instagram.com/nbcwashington/reel/DBKV7bnN8DP/ https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/dcs-panda-family-tree-bao-li-is-the-latest-link-at-the-national-zoo/3742162/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1jNUT0AdEM https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/10/18/pandas-smithsonian-bamboo/ https://www.pressreader.com/hong-kong/china-daily/20241018/281801404424495 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYJNGHbzz3I

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https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/inside-zoo-rare-and-life-preserving-cheetah-surgery https://thenationaldesk.com/news/from-the-desk/smithsonian-national-zoo-welcomes-2-new-elephants-trong-nhi-and-nhi-linh-zoology-conservation-preservation-animals-mammals-washington-dc-trunk-tusks-netherland-rotterdam https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/animals/national-zoo-drops-new-panda-pics/65-f0c77241-4cb5-4458-a3ea-3761c6f07246 https://disneyconnect.com/guam-kingfisher-disney-conservation/ The National Zoo was very much involved in the work to bring this species back from the brink of extinction. I went on a behind the scenes tour at the Zoo's Front Royal facility quite a few years ago and saw them. And it was a Zoo scientist who first came up with the plan to reintroduce species back into their native habitats. It was first done with the Golden Lion Tamarins from Brazil and later with pandas and black footed ferrets. https://nationalzoo.si.edu/news/news/how-keepers-smithsonians-national-zoo-help-giant-pandas-feel-home https://abc3340.com/news/offbeat/let-the-good-times-roll-new-video-shows-pandas-at-smithsonian-national-zoo-bao-li-and-qing-bao-quarantine-david-m-rubenstein-family-giant-panda-habitat-us-china https://wtop.com/dc/2024/10/new-pandas-at-national-zoo-but-dont-expect-any-cubs-anytime-soon/ https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/giant-panda-cam-in-dc-coming-soon-to-national-zoo/ar-AA1srMMh?ocid=BingNewsVerp https://asianews.network/chinas-international-giant-panda-conservation-cooperation-to-build-on-successes/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLwISaFhrPY https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/animals/giant-panda-debut-dc-national-zoo/65-0cba50c2-9e4a-4389-85fc-0ebcf33f1b5b https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/watch-pandas-munch-on-bamboo-at-national-zoo/ https://www.today.com/video/meet-the-smithsonian-national-zoo-s-new-giant-pandas-227994693699

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/national-zoo-conservation-biology-institute/2025/01/14/how-can-you-tell-the-national-zoos-giant-pandas-apart/ https://southernmarylandchronicle.com/2025/01/11/smithsonian-revives-panda-cam-for-bao-li-and-qing-baos-public-debut/ https://www.washingtonian.com/2025/01/09/a-panda-themed-pop-up-bar-opens-across-from-the-zoo/ https://washington.org/visit-dc/giant-pandas-smithsonians-national-zoo https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/local-news/washington-dc/watch-animals-at-the-national-zoo-enjoy-a-fun-snow-day/ https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/how-zoo-cares-animals-impairments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sxy5N_eddgc There are several videos in this series; make sure you see theym all. https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/keep-national-zoos-pandas-satisfied-staff-prepare-endless-supply-bamboo?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=NationalZooNews%3ADec.21%2C2024_V2_InWordFly&utm_content=version_A&uid=925646&promo= https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/read-some-zoos-most-amazing-animal-stories-2024 https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/body-bugs-how-zoo-feeds-insect-eating-animals

-----Forwarded Message----- From: Smithsonian's National Zoo <zooscbicommunications@...> Sent: Dec 21, 2024 8:46 AM To: <lyyved@...> Subject: ? Amazing Animal Moments in 2024 Meet the giant pandas on Jan. 24, 2025 Having problems viewing this message? View in browser Before We Get To The News . . . In the coming months, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute will be changing our email service provider. If you’d like to continue getting animals in your inbox, please take a moment and confirm your subscription. On behalf of the animals we care for and protect: thanks for your continued support! Confirm Your Subscription Meal Prep For Pandas What’s on the menu for giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao? About 95% of a giant panda's diet is bamboo, and they eat massive quantities to get the vitamins and nutrients they need to survive. To satisfy the bears’ voracious appetites, our giant panda team feeds them between 80 and 100 pounds of bamboo each day! Learn more in this update from keeper Trish Jarvis. Read the Story Don't Miss "Prepping For Pandas" Can’t wait for Bao Li and Qing Bao’s debut? Tune in to “Prepping for Pandas!” This bi-weekly digital series brings viewers behind the scenes for a look at how the panda team worked together to get the bears’ Washington residence ready to receive them. Follow along on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube to ensure you never miss an episode! Watch the Series Meet An Environmental Hero Meet a tiny forest hero: the Eastern red-backed salamander! This small woodland creature plays a huge part in keeping our forests healthy. Learn how they protect us from pests, breathe without lungs and more! Find Out More Amazing Animal Stories This year was filled with incredible and heartwarming stories about the animals and the people who care for them. Enjoy a look back at some of the amazing things that happened this year. 'Aww'-Inspiring Stories Conservation in Action As global leaders in wildlife conservation, scientists from the Smithsonian work tirelessly for animals and wildlife. Celebrate and look back at some of the groundbreaking discoveries and historic breakthroughs achieved by researchers from the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute over the last year. Read the Story The Crane And Her Keeper The true story, widely reported on social and in print media, of a white-naped crane named Walnut who saw her human keeper as her mate—forging a remarkable connection that might just save a species. In a picture book sure to appeal to wildlife fans—and anyone who appreciates a unique unlikely friendship tale—award-winning author Meeg Pincus shares the story of the incredible bond between a crane and her keeper. Check It Out Stay Connected. #WeSaveSpecies Unsubscribe | Preferences | Forward | View in browser | Privacy Policy Our Mission: The Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute saves species by using cutting-edge science, sharing knowledge and providing inspirational experiences for our guests. 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW | Washington, DC 20008 nationalzoo.si.edu

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3oAa1ZTQjXE https://www.voanews.com/a/chinese-pandas-arrive-in-us-headed-to-national-zoo-in-washington/7822991.html https://www.nbcwashington.com/entertainment/the-scene/whats-new-at-the-national-zoos-upgraded-giant-panda-habitat/3741934/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1jNUT0AdEMd=MjgwMTc4MjY1NAS2 htps://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/smithsonian-national-zoo-giant-panda-make-public-debut-january-24-180985263/?utm_source=smithsoniandaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=editorial&spMailingID=50317061&spUserID=NzQwNDU2Njk3OTAS1&spJobID=2801782654&spReportId=MjgwMTc4MjY1NAS2 https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/dcs-panda-family-tree-bao-li-is-the-latest-link-at-the-national-zoo/3742162/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IYJNGHbzz3I You'll have to search this for the pandas story. https://evrimagaci.org/tpg/giant-pandas-return-to-national-zoo-bringing-excitement-47147 https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/19/world/asia/panda-rental-contracts.html

-----Forwarded Message----- From: Smithsonian's National Zoo <zooscbicommunications@...> Sent: Oct 19, 2024 8:45 AM To: <lyyved@...> Subject: ?? Welcome, Bao Li and Qing Bao! Meet the giant pandas on Jan. 24, 2025 Having problems viewing this message? View in browser Welcome, Bao Li and Qing Bao On Oct. 15, history was made at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute as we welcomed Bao Li and Qing Bao—our new giant panda ambassadors—to Washington, D.C.! Their 19-hour, 8,250-mile trans-Pacific trip aboard a dedicated “FedEx Panda Express” Boeing 777F aircraft took them from Chengdu, China, to Dulles International Airport in Northern Virginia. From there, it was a short drive to the Zoo, where fans cheered their arrival. At the David M. Rubenstein Family Giant Panda Habitat, Bao Li and Qing Bao eagerly explored their habitats. Qing Bao made quite a splash in her new pool, and Bao Li tested out the new climbing structure! “We’re thrilled to welcome Bao Li and Qing Bao to Washington, D.C., the only place you can see giant pandas for free in the nation,” said Brandie Smith, the John and Adrienne Mars Director of the Zoo. “I am appreciative of our Chinese colleagues for our collaborative conservation and research efforts, to FedEx for providing them with safe transportation and to our donors and members whose philanthropic contributions makes our giant panda conservation program possible. As a result of our collective efforts, today we joyfully celebrate a new chapter of our 52-year-long giant panda breeding and conservation program.” Watch Them Explore Get To Know The Pandas Male Bao Li, pictured on the left, was born Aug. 4, 2021, at the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda (CCRCGP) in Sichuan, to father An An and mother Bao Bao. His name means “treasure” and “energetic” in Mandarin Chinese. Bao Li has a deep connection to the Zoo. His mother was born here Aug. 23, 2013. His grandparents, Tian Tian and Mei Xiang, are beloved in the Washington, D.C., area, where they served as ambassadors for their species for 23 years. Female Qing Bao, pictured on the right, was born Sept. 12, 2021, at CCRCGP, to father Qing Qing and mother Jia Mei. Her name means “green” and “treasure” in Mandarin Chinese. Qing, her father’s name, evokes the lush and mountainous habitat where giant pandas roam in the wild. Bao, which means “treasure,” reflects that she is cherished by all who know her. Panda FAQ See Them In January 2025 . . . Mark your calendar: Bao Li and Qing Bao will make their public debut Jan. 24, 2025! Although the pandas will not be on view for a while, there are plenty of ways to get in on the panda fun. Check out our website and social media (#DCPandas) for more ways to keep up with our celebearties. Zoo members get special benefits, like an invite to see the pandas ahead of their ‘giant’ debut from Jan. 10 to 19, 2025. Reservations are required to participate. Members will be able to reserve free timed-entry passes for the giant panda preview beginning mid-December. Become a Zoo Member . . . And Watch Them on the Panda Cam Panda fans around the world, rejoice! The Giant Panda Cam will return Jan. 24, 2025, just in time for Bao Li and Qing Bao’s public debut. We invite virtual visitors to join us in welcoming our new bear pair to the Nation’s Capital. The webcams will broadcast from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET. After 7 p.m., the day’s recording will be rebroadcast to ensure virtual visitors around the world can view the pandas at their most active. Learn More Don't Miss "Prepping For Pandas" Can’t wait for Bao Li and Qing Bao’s debut? Tune in to “Prepping for Pandas!” This bi-weekly digital series brings viewers behind the scenes for a look at how the panda team—individuals ranging from animal care experts to architects, conservation researchers and transportation provider FedEx—worked together to get the bears’ Washington residence ready to receive them. In the series premiere, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III reflects on the legacy of the Zoo's giant panda conservation program. Foll

Lots of links about the new pandas! There is a National Zoo connection with Bao Li the 3 year old male panda. He is the son of Bao Bao, the 2nd cub and 1st daughter of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, the National Zoo's long time (23 year stay) panda couple. That, of course, makes Bao Li their grandson as well as the nephew of Tai Shan, the National Zoo's first ever surviving cub. https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/14/world/video/pandas-china-washington-smithsonian-zoo-ldn-digvid https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/10/14/national-zoo-cams-pandas-habitat/ https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/14/china/china-pandas-coming-to-washington-intl-hnk/index.html https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/dc-pandas-smithsonian-national-bao-li-qing-bao-washington-china-express-flight-tracker-mandarin-chinese-dujiangyan-research-center-fedex https://www.mor-tv.com/article/china-panda-diplomats-national-zoo/62609604 https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/giant-pandas-begin-their-journey-to-dcs-national-zoo/3719706/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjHfiCV70VE https://www.washingtonian.com/2024/10/14/its-happening-pandas-are-on-their-way-to-the-national-zoo/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/china-panda-diplomacy-bears-national-zoo-washington-rcna175238 https://www.wusa9.com/article/life/animals/pandas-return-to-dc/65-94a3354d-1ca7-476d-8b92-210871e5372e More later!

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