First Red Panda Born At National Zoo In 15 Years

WASHINGTON - A red panda cub has been born at the National Zoo in Washington for the first time in 15 years.

The zoo says Thursday that red panda mother Shama gave birth to a single cub on June 16. The father is 3-year-old Tate, who came to Washington last year from the Nashville Zoo.

The zoo has temporarily closed the red panda exhibit to give the mother and cub privacy. Until it reopens, visitors may be able to get a glimpse from the upper viewing area on the Asia Trail.

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