The cubs continue to grow and thrive. At this age everything can be a toy, including pine cones. This is the boy practicing his hunting skills with one while his sister watches.
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Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji continues to explore and take on new challenges—like climbing up rockwork in the indoor habitat he shares with mother Mei Xiang.
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Bob Reitsma has a history in neotropical avian habitat selection in anthropogenic habitats. Having a research background and a handyman’s eye, Reitsma provides behind-the-scenes logistical support for much of the research conducted at the Smithsonian’s Migratory Bird Center. In addition, Reitsma manages Neighborhood Nestwatch, SMBC’s flagship citizen-science program that currently takes place in backyards and schoolyards in seven metropolitan regions.
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Three-year-old giant panda played and tumbled in the snow Thursday, Nov. 15.
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Get the extended ‘tail’ of what goes into caring for the Zoo’s three bobcats, straight from animal keeper Charlie Shaw!
While you’re not likely to see one in a city like Washington D.C., the four-season
As the calendar turns to 2021, it is human nature to reflect on the moments that sparked inspiration in an otherwise challenging year. Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji gave many who follow his milestones a reason to smile.
Later that day, the Washington, D.C. area saw our first wintry weather of the season
Kenton Kerns is the Curator at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Small Mammal House and Kids‘ Farm exhibits, where he facilitates the day-to-day management of the units and their animals. He coordinates the animal care, husbandry, and birth management programs; organizes building and exhibit maintenance; and leads educational and research activities within the unit.
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Dr. McNamara is an interdisciplinary conservation scientist with over ten years of experience in conservation in Africa and Asia. He is an expert in the human dimensions of conservation and works with communities to integrate their needs into conservation planning and decision-making.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
Dr. Aide has had a long trajectory of work in tropical ecology and conservation, including a diversity of academic contributions, and international distinction as a teacher and an academic mentor.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
