Two giant pandas arrive in Washington DC from China
Two giant pandas arrive in Washington DC from China
Two giant pandas from China arrived in WashingtonDCon Tuesday (Oct 15) morning and willmaketheir way to their new home at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
The pandas, named Bao Li and Qing Boa, are male and female born just a month apart in 2021. Both are described as lively three-year-olds with a love for climbing.
Expert preparations
To ensure a smooth transition, Chinese experts have made several visits to the zoo. They evaluated the facilities, food sources and breeding programs to confirm that everything was ready for the pandas. The experts also checked that the climbing areas were adequate for theneeds of the pandas.
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Journey Underway
According to Chinese news agencyXinhua, the pandas started their journey on Monday evening with private transport from the China Giant Panda Conservation Research Center to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport. They arrived in Washington, DCon Tuesday morning.
Arrival timing
While the exact arrival time hadnot been disclosed for safety reasons, the pandas were accompanied by two breeders and veterinarians from China. Their presence will help the pandas adapt to their new surroundings.
Symbol of diplomacy
The addition of Bao Li and Qing Boa follows the recent arrival of Yun Chaun and Xin Bao at the San Diego Zoo, marking the first time in 21 years that pandas have come to the US.
This ongoing collaboration in panda conservation is seen as a positive gesture of goodwill between the US and China.
(With inputs from agencies)