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Pandas are returning to Washington, D.C., for the first time since November 2023! The Smithsonian's National Zoo announced exclusively on TODAY on May 29 it will welcome two new giant pandas from China by the end of this year. 'We’re thrilled to announce the next chapter of our breeding and conservation partnership begins by welcoming two new bears, including a descendent of our beloved panda family, to Washington, D.C.
The news of the arrival of two new pandas comes just six months after the zoo had to say goodbye to three of their panda bears: Tian Tian, Mei Xiang and their cub, Xiao Qi Ji. The three pandas' farewell due to the expiration of their loan agreement with China prompted a nationwide outpour of support from fans of all ages. Lally traveled with the three pandas on their journey back to China, and now she's preparing for the zoo's two new arrivals.
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