Giant Panda Cam (Coming Soon)

Right now, no giant pandas are living at the Smithsonian's National Zoo ... but a new pair of bears is on the way!

Watch as First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Smithsonian Secretary Dr. Lonnie G. Bunch III, and John and Adrienne Mars Director Dr. Brandie Smith announce the arrival of two new pandas to the Zoo by the end of 2024.

Panda News

Two-year-old male giant panda Bao Li in his habitat at Shenshuping Base in Wolong, China, May 16.

Two New Giant Pandas Coming to Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute From China by End of the Year
May 29, 2024
Zoo staff James Steeil, Laurie Thompson and Mariel Lally in China at Shenshuping campus, China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda.

#PandaStory: A Happy Homecoming
December 01, 2023
The Zoo team that cared for the bears on their journey to China posing next to the three specialized travel crates containing Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and Xiao Qi Ji.

Giant Pandas Land Safely in China
November 09, 2023
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Mei Xiang drapes her front paws over a log and looks towards the camera.
September 01, 2023

The Official Panda Fan Quiz

Calling all cubs! Take this kid-friendly quiz and see how much you know about these beloved bears!