Day in the life: Panda keepers at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo!
The giant pandas at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute are famous throughout the world. But, if you thought Pandamonium when newcomers Bao Li and Qing Bao arrived at the zoo back in January was a big deal, you ain’t seen anything yet.
In today’s episode of “Matt About Town,” WTOP’s Matt Kaufax (somehow) managed to get an incredibly rare opportunity to see giant pandas up close in a way that many will never experience in their lifetime.
His behind-the-scenes look involved a training session, play time, and lots of snacking and sleeping.
Come along with Matt on his latest video adventure — as he lives a day in the life of a panda keeper at the zoo.
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