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The Latest Breaking News from the San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo’s oldest resident Gramma the Galápagos tortoise dies aged around 141

Her dedicated care specialists affectionately dubbed her ‘the Queen of the Zoo’

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

What's the difference between a turtle and a tortoise?

Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles with shells, so what exactly are their differences?

LiveScience · Aug 30, 2025

Critically endangered leopard dies at age 21 in California zoo

A critically endangered species of leopard has died at age 21 in a Southern California zoo

The Independent UK · Dec 2, 2024

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On Election Day, Calm gave us puppies

A Calm spokesperson discusses political anxiety, its silent ad, that Tom Hardy as Venom Sleep Story and more

Salon · Nov 8, 2024

Same-Sex Flamingo Couple Become Dads After Hatching Egg at San Diego Zoo

A newly formed family of three is the latest attraction at the San Diego Zoo after a same-sex flamingo couple has successfully fostered a baby flamingo chick.

Latin Times · Oct 1, 2024

What's black and white and fuzzy all over? It's 2 giant pandas, debuting at San Diego Zoo

The two giant pandas sent from China to the United States earlier this year are making their public debut at the San Diego Zoo

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2024

Pair of giant pandas from China acclimating to new home at San Diego Zoo

Two giant pandas sent from China to the San Diego Zoo last month are acclimating to their new home

The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2024

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Pair of giant pandas from China arrive safely at San Diego Zoo

Two giant pandas from China have safely arrived in Southern California, where they will be cared for as part of an ongoing conservation partnership

The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2024

San Diego Zoo Welcomes New Giant Pandas From China

Excitement in San Diego as new giant pandas arrive from China, symbolizing friendship and conservation efforts.

Pair of giant pandas on their way from China to San Diego Zoo under conservation partnership

A pair of giant pandas are on their way from China to the U.S., where they will be cared for at the San Diego Zoo as part of an ongoing conservation partnership between the two nations

The Independent UK · Jun 27, 2024

Rare white rhino saved from extinction

New research from the San Diego Zoo using just 12 frozen cells suggests we can protect the northern white rhino

Salon · Apr 16, 2024

More Pandas From China Headed To San Diego Zoo

Exciting news as the San Diego Zoo prepares to welcome two giant pandas from China, symbolizing friendship and conservation efforts.

China Loans Giant Pandas To San Diego Zoo After 20 Years

China's loan of giant pandas to San Diego Zoo fosters positive relations and conservation efforts, drawing excitement and anticipation.

China says it plans to send more pandas to the San Diego Zoo this year

In November, Chinese President Xi Jinping raised hopes his country would start sending pandas to the U.S. again after he and President Joe Biden convened in Northern California.

WEKU · Feb 22, 2024

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Chicago Sun-Times · Nov 17, 2023

Take heart, it looks like China could send new pandas to the U.S.

Calling them ‘envoys of friendship between the Chinese and American peoples,’ President Xi Jinping of China signals that more pandas would be sent to the U.S.

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Could America’s giant panda exodus be reversed? The Chinese president’s comments spark optimism

Panda lovers in America have received a much-needed injection of hope as Chinese President Xi Jinping says his government is “ready to continue” lending the black and white icons to American zoos

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Could America's giant panda exodus be reversed? The Chinese president's comments spark optimism

Panda lovers in America have received a much-needed injection of hope as Chinese President Xi Jinping says his government is “ready to continue” lending the black and white icons to American zoos

WEKU · Nov 16, 2023

More pandas will be coming to the U.S., China's president signals

After meeting with President Biden in California, President Xi Jinping signaled that he will send new pandas to the U.S., calling them "envoys of friendship between the Chinese and American peoples."

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The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Chinese president signals more pandas will be coming to the United States

Chinese President Xi Jinping is signaling that China will send new pandas to the United States

The Independent UK · Apr 18, 2023

Rat ambassadors try to counter bad press amid NYC's rat war

As an ambassador for rats, it’s never easy to win over the public

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