The black-and-white pair had a romantic liaison under their favorite bush back in April and then went their separate ways. Now, after weeks of speculation and hope, it was announced at a press conference this morning that Bai Yun, the Zoo’s adult female giant panda, is pregnant. What great news! There is something about a baby panda that captures the heart and just doesn’t let go (well, at least for me!).
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In 2005, the Hawaiian Endangered Bird Conservation Program has reared six palila that will help make up the cohort scheduled for release on Mauna Kea later this year.

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