Does Zoo Atlanta have giant pandas?
Yes! Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived in Atlanta on September 27, 2026. The pandas are not yet visible – meet them with the opening of the all-new Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove on November 6!
Who are the giant pandas at Zoo Atlanta?
The giant pandas are male Ping Ping and female Fu Shuang (pronounced Foo Shwong). Both were born at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in China. Ping Ping was born March 17, 2020, and Fu Shuang was born October 18, 2020.
Where are Ping Ping and Fu Shuang right now?
Ping Ping and Fu Shuang are currently behind the scenes completing a routine quarantine period, so they are not yet visible. Meet them with the opening of the all-new Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove on November 6.
When will Members and guests be able to see the pandas?
Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove opens on November 6.
What can we expect at Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove?
Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove, opening November 6, is a complete update of the original giant panda habitat at Zoo Atlanta. The area includes many new features designed with giant pandas in mind, as well as new experiences for Members and guests. The giant panda dayrooms have been expanded and upgraded to include new climbing structures and a pool in each; the outdoor habitats also feature new climbing structures. The appearance of the complex has been entirely redesigned, with tranquil surroundings promoting a contemplative experience. New additions include water features with aquatic flora and a dramatic sculpture celebrating a hopeful future for wildlife and the role of the giant panda as a global ambassador for peace and harmony.
How does the new giant panda agreement impact conservation?
Through this new agreement, Zoo Atlanta will once again be able to have a meaningful impact on the conservation of giant pandas, a species currently classified as Vulnerable by the Institute for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Zoo Atlanta’s conservation support has previously benefited habitat restoration, nature reserve management, ranger support, and more. We are excited to be able to see these efforts continue for the benefit of wild giant pandas, the majority of which live on nature reserves in China. In addition to the conservation of the species, the Zoo’s partnership with colleagues at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a Signature Conservation Partner of Zoo Atlanta, has forged a longtime legacy of collaboration and information exchange toward shared goals of the professional care and study of giant pandas.
Will PandaCam be returning?
Zoo Atlanta will be making future announcements about PandaCam; stay tuned.
How does the new giant panda agreement impact conservation?
Through this new agreement, Zoo Atlanta will once again be able to have a meaningful impact on the conservation of giant pandas, a species currently classified as Vulnerable by the Institute for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Zoo Atlanta’s conservation support has previously benefited habitat restoration, nature reserve management, ranger support, and more. We are excited to be able to see these efforts continue for the benefit of wild giant pandas, the majority of which live on nature reserves in China. In addition to the conservation of the species, the Zoo’s partnership with colleagues at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a Signature Conservation Partner of Zoo Atlanta, has forged a longtime legacy of collaboration and information exchange toward shared goals of the professional care and study of giant pandas.
What happened to the original giant pandas at Zoo Atlanta?
Zoo Atlanta’s original giant panda agreement with China expired in October 2024, the year which also marked the 25th anniversary of the Zoo’s giant panda program. On October 12, 2024, the four remaining giant pandas at Zoo Atlanta – original pair Lun Lun and Yang Yang and their two youngest offspring – departed Atlanta for China. All now reside at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, as do Lun Lun’s and Yang Yang’s first five offspring (Mei Lan, Xi Lan, Po, Mei Lun and Mei Huan).