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Bye Bye, Bei Bei: Giant Panda Heads to China
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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Nov 18, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The Smithsonian's National Zoo is bidding farewell to Bei Bei. The 4-year-old giant panda will be sent to China on Tuesday, Nov. 19. While born in captivity at the zoo, Bei Bei is the property of China. Reporter Emily Kwong tells us about Bei Bei's elaborate departure plans, why he's leaving now, and what it would take to ensure the survival of giant pandas in the wild.
Released:
Nov 18, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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