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Why international red panda day is a big deal at the national zoo this year
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Why international red panda day is a big deal at the national zoo this year

So the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C. has some brilliant news - three adorable red panda cubs were born this summer at their Front Royal conservation campus, and the team is absolutely thrilled. Two cubs arrived on May 29 from parents Sequoia and Mow Mow, while a third cub was born on June 11 to Keahi and Rocket. These little arrivals are crucial for conserving the species, since fewer than 10,000 red pandas remain in the wild and habitat loss continues to threaten their survival. The cubs are already showing their individual personalities - one feisty singleton that's more adventurous, and the twins who are quieter and love cuddling with each other.
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