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Zoo Atlanta bids farewell to pandas after 25 years
After a quarter-century hosting giant pandas, Zoo Atlanta is saying goodbye to its beloved residents. The zoo announced its four Giant Pandas: Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun and Xi Lun will make their way home on (date TBD).
Zoo Atlanta to say goodbye to giant pandas in October
Zoo Atlanta has announced its giant pandas will head to China in mid-October. While the specific date of the pandas' departure has not been released, the zoo says fans should go see them in the next three weeks. The zoo is hosting special events and tours to celebrate the animals' legacy.
Pandas at Zoo Atlanta to leave for China next month
The pandas at Zoo Atlanta officially have a departure date. The zoo announced Friday that the four giant pandas, Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, and Xi Lun will travel to China in the middle of next month.
‘Panda Dogs’: Chinese zoo goes viral for luring visitors with painted pups
A zoo in China has admitted its star attraction, two so-called pandas, are just painted dogs. The fluffy Chow Chow dogs painted to resemble the country’s beloved national animal were seen in a video shot by a visitor to the zoo in southern Guangdong province.
Odd News: Zoogoers in China Upset That “Pandas” Were Just Dogs With Dyed Fur
Chow Chow dogs were black and white, and red all over - from embarrassment - after being dyed to resemble panda bears in a Chinese zoo. Odd News correspondent Liz Days
Chinese zoo admits that their pandas are ‘painted dogs’ after backlash from visitors
A Chinese zoo has admitted that the pandas in their exhibits were, in fact, “painted dogs.” According to the New York Post, visitors at the Shanwei Zoo realized they were being bamboozled when the so-called pandas began panting and barking.
Giant pandas leaving Zoo Atlanta
Zoo Atlanta’s giant panda agreement with China is coming to an end. Zoo officials say giant pandas Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, and Xi Lun will travel to China in mid-October 2024 when the agreement expires.
Zoo Atlanta’s pandas leaving sooner than you think - find out when to say goodbye
Zoo Atlanta’s beloved giant pandas are getting their pass-paws ready to leave China in the coming weeks. For months, visitors and members have been asking the same question: “When are the pandas leaving?
As fire raged nearby, a tiny town’s zoo animals were driven to safety
The animals of the Big Bear Alpine Zoo are returning home after spending a week in Palm Springs evacuating from wildfires.
Woodland Park Zoo’s female pudu dies after dental procedure
Woodland Park Zoo says its female pudu Maggie died while recovering from anesthesia after a tooth extraction. The 7-year-old ...
New Nyala calf born at Como Zoo in St. Paul
The newest arrival at St. Paul’s Como Zoo is a male Nyala calf, which was born on Monday evening and was on his feet just 20 ...
Beardsley Zoo closed Friday because of gas leak
Beardsley Zoo is closed for the day on Friday because of a gas leak nearby. The zoo, which is located in Bridgeport, said ...
2nd baby elephant’s name announced by Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Fresno Chaffee Zoo has officially named the second African elephant calf "Davu", which means "the beginning" or the "starting ...
S.A. Zoo faces $55,000 fine for pumping too much water from aquifer
The San Antonio Zoo used too much Edwards Aquifer water last year, a problem it says was caused by drought restrictions and ...
Oklahoma City Zoo welcomes 5-year-old Indian rhino
According to the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, the new rhino, named Mohan, came from the Buffalo Zoo and is ...
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San Antonio Zoo's annual Zoo Boo! event kicks off this weekend
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👻 Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Paranormal Fest, Zoo Boo!, Oktoberfest
ZOO BOO: The San Antonio Zoo will start its annual Zoo Boo event on Sept. 21 until Oct. 31. Guests can dress up in costumes ...
Quiet days at the North Carolina Zoo
While a trip to the North Carolina Zoo is always full of excitement and sometimes that can be a bit overwhelming for some. In ...