Controversy in China as ‘Toxic’ Panda Fans Advocate for Keeping Bears at Home
In Hong Kong, a pair of giant pandas is set to depart for the U.S. from China, marking a revival of “panda diplomacy,” a strategy that has historically sent these…
China Promises Pair of Pandas to Australia Amid Warming Relations
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang’s visit to Australia on Sunday was marked by positive bilateral engagements, highlighting shared initiatives such as the giant panda loan program and a revitalized wine trade.…
The End of an Era as The National Zoo’s Panda Program Bows Out After Over 50 Years, While China Explores New Horizons
In a poignant farewell, three black and white ambassadors of diplomacy—Tian Tian, Mei Xiang, and their playful cub, Xiao Qi Ji—departed the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, DC. Encased in…
An Epic 23-Year Expedition from the National Zoo to China’s Embrace
Early this morning, the dedicated panda team at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) completed the final preparations for the journey of Giant pandas Tian Tian, Mei…
Preserving the Wild: Tiger Cub Arrivals Pave the Way for Sustainable Population Growth
In the midst of Harbin’s Siberian Tiger Park, Li Xin’s life has become a captivating tale of tiger tales, with a staggering 24 cubs gracing the scene this summer. Ever…
China’s Cretaceous Marvel: Long-Legged Dino Unveiled!
China, a realm of invention—paper, fireworks, zippers—and beneath its soil, a paleontological marvel: dinosaurs evolving into birds. Amidst this rich tapestry, meet Fujianvenator prodigiosus, a 150-million-year-old avialan theropod, the latest…
Central Asians, the Enigmatic Residue of Ladakh’s History
From the brink of vanishing to staging a remarkable comeback, these adorable creatures are worthy of a jubilant celebration! 🎉 Once the beating heart of the Silk Road, Ladakh now…
Ingenious Nut Storage Tactics Unveiled by Flying Squirrels in China
Two distinct species of tropical avian gliders have ingeniously devised a strategy – nibbling intricate grooves around nuts before carefully stashing them between the lofty branches of trees. This savvy…