#giant-pandas

#giant-pandas

“We have made the difficult decision to begin planning for their transfer to another accredited zoo that can better meet their long-term needs as they age,” said the zoo.

The year started out strong, with the National Zoo's new giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao making their public debut in January. Despite the cold temperatures, fans waited outside the gates in anticipation, some donning panda gear in homage to the black-and-white bears. After a grueling 14 months without laying eyes on a panda, we could finally rest easy knowing DC's most beloved residents were back in the mix.