The San Diego Zoo announced on the 9th that giant pandas “Yun Chuan (云川)” and “Xin Bao (鑫宝)” are adapting well to their new home. Experts from both the U.S. and China are closely collaborating to help the pandas grow healthily in their new environment.
In a press release, the San Diego Zoo mentioned that to meet the dietary needs and preferences of the pandas, a health and care team comprising experts from both countries is providing a variety of fresh bamboo and locally modified “wowo tou” (steamed buns). Additionally, the experts have conducted food adaptation training and weight monitoring, closely observing the pandas’ health status. The veterinary team tracks the weight, appetite, and other health indicators of “Yun Chuan” and “Xin Bao” daily.
The zoo released the first images of “Yun Chuan” and “Xin Bao” in their new home. Describing “Yun Chuan,” the zoo noted that he is a nearly 5-year-old male with a long, pointed nose. Whether exploring the grass or climbing trees, “Yun Chuan” appears relaxed and comfortable.
“Xin Bao,” described as a nearly 4-year-old female, has a name that means “prosperous and abundant treasure.” The zoo highlighted her distinctive round face and large ears, noting that she enjoys quietly basking in the sun and focusing on her favorite foods.
The zoo stated that “Yun Chuan” and “Xin Bao” will not meet the public for a few more weeks. However, the zoo will soon share more information, including the date when the pandas will be officially introduced to the public.
The charter plane carrying “Yun Chuan” and “Xin Bao” arrived at Los Angeles International Airport in California on June 27, after which they were transported to the San Diego Zoo in Southern California for quarantine. The arrival of “Yun Chuan” and “Xin Bao” marks a new phase of Sino-American cooperation in panda conservation. Chinese experts will stay for about three months to help the pandas quickly adapt to their new environment.
The San Diego Zoo is one of the most visited zoos in the U.S. and the first American institution to engage in panda research cooperation with China. Since the collaboration began in 1994, both sides have achieved significant results in panda research and conservation, overcoming a series of technical challenges and contributing jointly to the global protection of endangered wildlife.
