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Always free of charge, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of Washington D.C.’s, and the Smithsonian’s, most popular tourist destinations, with more than 2 million visitors from all over the world each year. The Zoo instills a lifelong commitment to conservation through engaging experiences with animals and the people working to save them.

Pandas devour ice cake to celebrate 50 years at National Zoo

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Special Edition: 50 Years of Giant Pandas at the National Zoo

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Giant panda Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

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Giant panda Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

Giant Panda Celebrates Birthday at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute