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Giant Pandas

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Xin Bao and Yun Chuan are here!

There are three ways to experience giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo.

Welcome to Panda Ridge

Enter the fascinating world of giant pandas at the San Diego Zoo’s Panda Ridge. The newly refreshed and expanded area takes inspiration from the breathtaking, lush landscapes in and around giant pandas’ native habitats in Sichuan, Gansu, and Shaanxi provinces. You’ll be immersed in their diverse and dynamic landscapes while learning about the species’ conservation story.

A Global Movement

Giant pandas are cherished across the globe. From China to San Diego—and around the world—we’re celebrating a global movement and a new chapter as we safeguard the future for this iconic species. With you by our side, we’re honored to mark their return to the San Diego Zoo and share in this historic moment together, protecting them for generations to come.


 

Meet the Pandas

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Yun Chuan

Yun Chuan is five-year-old male. His mother Zhen Zhen was born in 2007 and was the fourth cub born at the San Diego Zoo. He’s identifiable by his long, slightly pointed nose.

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Xin Bao

Xin Bao is a four-year-old female whose name means “precious treasure of prosperity and abundance.” She is best recognized by her large, round face and big, fluffy ears.

Shepard Firey's 'Friendship Across the Earth' artwork

Bringing Us Together

We’re honored to commemorate this new beginning in giant panda conservation with artwork by world-renowned contemporary artist Shepard Fairey. The California-based artist is known for his unique style, including President Barack Obama’s iconic 'Hope' campaign poster. The newly unveiled portrait, titled 'Friendship Across the Earth,' features Bai Yun, the beloved panda that lived at the San Diego Zoo for over 20 years, along with themes of majesty, respect, and conservation. Fairey’s work ignites inspiration and connects us to what really matters—protecting the planet we all share.

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The Future Is Black and White

Giant pandas are a keystone species. They’re inherently connected to the health of their delicately balanced ecosystems and the planet we all share. Together with our partners and wildlife allies like you, we’re working side by side to safeguard the future for this remarkable species and the bamboo forests they depend on.

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Partnering for Pandas

For 30 years, we’ve had the honor of working alongside our conservation partners in China to make a difference for giant pandas. By uniting our strengths, we’re restoring flourishing populations and healthy ecosystems so giant pandas can thrive. In the exciting next step of our partnership, we’re working to improve overall health and resilience for populations vulnerable to extinction and loss of genetic diversity.

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Giant Panda Cam

You can experience Yun Chuan and Xin Bao from anywhere in the world as they explore, climb, tumble, nap, and crunch on bamboo at Panda Ridge.

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Reyn Spooner Pacific Islands Collection

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