Jul 9, 2024 - News
San Diego Zoo releases new panda photos
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Yun Chuan looks sweet and cuddly. Photo: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
Giant pandas Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are acclimating well to their new habitat at the San Diego Zoo.
Why it matters: We can't get enough of these cute, iconic bears that are improving diplomatic relations between the U.S. China.
Driving the news: The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance shared the first official photos of the pandas in their new home Tuesday.
Yes, but: It'll be several weeks before the public can see them.
Zoom in: Since their arrival in June, staff worked with Chinese experts to cater to their dietary needs and preferences, according to zoo officials.
- In addition to feeding them fresh bamboo, staff created a local adaptation of wowotou, a traditional Chinese bun also called "panda bread."
- The teams also conducted food-adaptability exercises and weight-monitoring sessions, with veterinary teams from both countries tracking their weight, appetite and other health indicators daily.
