What are the two famous pandas?
What are the two famous pandas? The National Zoo has had giant pandas since 1972, when then-President Richard Nixon was gifted a pair, Hsing-Hsing and Ling-Ling, by former Chinese Communist Party Chairman Mao Zedong in exchange for a pair of arctic musk oxen -- goodwill gestures as the countries opened diplomatic relations.
How is YaYa the panda now?
YaYa languished before at the Memphis Zoo and now is much happier in China. A chubby, active, and happy YaYa is now seen playing in the yard of Beijing Zoo.
Who is the most famous red panda?
Futa is considered a favorite among zoo guests. Thanks to his popularity, he became an advertising mascot in 2005. As one of the few representatives of its species, the Red Panda even has its own Wikipedia entry.