A South Korean zoo hosts a farewell event for Fu Bao, the nation’s first giant panda born in captivity. Born in July 2020, Fu Bao has garnered a massive following but is set to return to China’s Sichuan province next month. Thousands of visitors express their sadness at the farewell, citing Fu Bao’s impact on their lives. Zookeeper Kang Cher-won, deeply attached to Fu Bao, reflects on the cub’s significance and the lessons learned from caring for her. Fu Bao’s birth marked a milestone in South Korea’s panda diplomacy with China, highlighting the conservation efforts for the critically endangered species.
South Korean Zoo Bids Farewell to First Native Giant Panda, Fu Bao
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