Wild Animals

Warning: This Hand-Reared Red Panda Cub Will Steal Your Heart

Zoo staff bottle-fed the cub every four hours with special formula and provided 24/7 supervision to ensure her survival during the critical early weeks.

By Chris DeWeese • 2 days ago

A new female red panda cub born at the Buffalo Zoo may capture your heart, just as it has already captured the hearts of zoo staff.

In a press release, the zoo announced that the cub, which at this point doesn’t have a name, was born on June 15 to parents Himalaya and Mogwai.

“This little red panda cub has already captured our hearts,” said Lisa Smith, President and CEO of the Buffalo Zoo. “While the journey hasn’t been without its challenges, our incredible veterinary and animal care teams have shown extraordinary dedica

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