San Diego Zoo announced the eagerly awaited public debut of its newest residents, pandas Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, set for Thursday, August 8. These pandas are the first to arrive in the United States in 21 years, marking a significant milestone in international conservation efforts.
“We are delighted to introduce Yun Chuan and Xin Bao to our San Diego Zoo community,” said Paul Baribault, President and CEO of San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance. “Our newest residents will bring joy to our visitors and symbolize the enduring spirit of international conservation efforts. Together with our partners, we continue to make significant strides in ensuring a hopeful future for this iconic species.”
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Since their arrival in late June, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao have been acclimating to their new home in the newly reimagined Panda Ridge. This innovative habitat is four times larger than the Zoo’s previous panda enclosure, inspired by China’s geological formations and featuring new climbing trees, diverse plants, and rolling hillsides for exploration.
Yun Chuan, an almost five-year-old male, is identifiable by his long, pointy nose. His mother, Zhen Zhen, was the fourth cub born at the San Diego Zoo in 2007. Xin Bao, a nearly four-year-old female, is recognized by her large, round face and fluffy ears.
The Zoo offers three ways for guests to experience the pandas. Visitors can obtain a complimentary Giant Panda Timed Ticket, join the standby line, or reserve a 60-minute Early Morning with Pandas Walking Tour. For more details, visit sandiegozoo.org/giant-pandas.
About San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, a nonprofit conservation leader, inspires passion for nature and promotes collaboration for a healthier world. Through global partnerships, innovative conservation science, and wildlife care, the Alliance has reintroduced more than 44 endangered species to their native habitats. Annually, the Alliance reaches over a billion people through various media channels and on-site visits.
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Source: Panda Pair to Make Official Public Debut at the San Diego Zoo on August 8
