Smith said being in the presence of a giant panda is a rare opportunity. The only other place in the U.S. where people can see the black-and-white bears outside of Washington is the San Diego Zoo.
WASHINGTON, DC – The Smithsonian’s National Zoo has unveiled to the public two new giant pandas that are available to view anytime through a network of webcams. Three-year-olds Bao Li (BOW-lee) and ...
In addition to D.C., the San Diego Zoo welcomed two pandas in 2024, while the San Francisco Zoo is anticipating the arrival of a pair this year. Panda diplomacy is seen as a way for China to not ...
China has also loaned two other giant pandas to the U.S., both at the San Diego Zoo. As a gesture of goodwill, it seems panda appeal is pretty black and white.