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: a large black-and-white mammal (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) of chiefly central China that feeds primarily on bamboo shoots and is now usually classified with the bears (family Ursidae)
called also giant panda
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The zoo’s previous pandas returned to China last November, marking the first time in 23 years that the nation’s capital has been panda-free.
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Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 July 2024
According to the release, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the U.S. in 21 years.
—Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 28 June 2024
Its scientists also helped develop techniques credited with keeping young pandas alive, including developing panda milk formula.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 27 June 2024
Chinese wildlife officials said the loan of the two pandas would open a new round of panda conservation cooperation between the United States and China.
—Jennifer Hassan, Washington Post, 27 June 2024
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Will Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 July 2024
According to the release, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao are the first pandas to enter the U.S. in 21 years.
—Gabrielle Rockson, Peoplemag, 28 June 2024
Its scientists also helped develop techniques credited with keeping young pandas alive, including developing panda milk formula.
—Karen Kucher, The Mercury News, 27 June 2024
Chinese wildlife officials said the loan of the two pandas would open a new round of panda conservation cooperation between the United States and China.
—Jennifer Hassan, Washington Post, 27 June 2024
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“Panda.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panda. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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