Every animal turns one so why was Bao Bao's birthday so special?
Bao Bao's birthday is special because her brother, Tai Shan, has lived ti be able to see this milestone in Bao Bao's life. Bao Bao and Tai Shan are both Giant Pandas, and as you may know, these animals are endangered. So Bao Bao living to that age would be a very momentous occasion. Especially with the previous deaths of the five bear cubs of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian. Each died within days.
How did the zookeepers celebrate it?
The zookeepers did multiple things for young Bao Bao.
Firstly, Bao Bao was given the choice of three honey dipped bamboo shoots.
Each stick had a colourfully painted labeled 'Long Life', Good Health' and 'Many Cubs'. Everyone was overjoyed to watch Bao Bao choose the 'Long Life' Bamboo shoot.
The zookeepers also made a very special tier cake for Bao Bao. The Zoo's nutrition department had decided to make a tiered cake that was crafyed for dozen of diluted apple juice and dyed various shades of pink, with beet juice. Frozen in between the slices were Bao Bao's favourite fruits, apple and pears. Flower appliqués carved from carrots and sweet potatoes adorned the top of a large number '1' carved from frozen apple juice, completed the perfect treat.
The guests were also treated with a vanilla and chocolate cake as well as tradition dandan noodles, which were a gift by the Embassy of the People's Republic of China.
What are some of the things Bao Bao has learnt during his first year? What are some of the things in store for her before she turns two?
Bao Bao has learnt to stand tall on the measuring scale and respond to her own name.
The zookeepers hope to teach her to present her paw when she needs her blood to be drawn and lie down during her monthly ultrasound.
America's Favourite Giant Panda Celebrates First Birthday
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