Uploaded October 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
While giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao are off-exhibit and acclimating to their new habitat, fans can stay connected to the bear pair by following #DCPandas and tuning in to “Prepping for Pandas.” Launching Oct. 16, 2024, on the Zoo’s social media channels and website, this original, short-form 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 pandas’ Washington residence ready to receive them. Each episode of this nine-part bi-weekly series highlights special moments and milestones of the new pandas’ journey to their public debut.
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Episode 1: Take a *paws* from scrolling and say hello to the Zoo’s giant pandas in our new video series. Prepping for Pandas will take you behind the scenes as we introduce you to the bears, look back at 52 years of panda conservation, explore their cultural relevance in D.C. and so much more!
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FOLLOW: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/dcpandas.
While giant pandas Bao Li and Qing Bao are off-exhibit and acclimating to their new habitat, fans can stay connected to the bear pair by following #DCPandas and tuning in to “Prepping for Pandas.” Launching Oct. 16, 2024, on the Zoo’s social media channels and website, this original, short-form 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 pandas’ Washington residence ready to receive them. Each episode of this nine-part bi-weekly series highlights special moments and milestones of the new pandas’ journey to their public debut.
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Episode 1: Take a *paws* from scrolling and say hello to the Zoo’s giant pandas in our new video series. Prepping for Pandas will take you behind the scenes as we introduce you to the bears, look back at 52 years of panda conservation, explore their cultural relevance in D.C. and so much more!
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FOLLOW: https://nationalzoo.si.edu/dcpandas.
