In case you missed it, earlier this year we were extremely proud to announce the birth of two adorable Red Panda cubs!
The duo were born on Wednesday 8 December 2021 to experienced parents – mum Amala and dad Pabu.
Weighing just 150 grams at birth, the cubs spent the first three months of their lives in the security of their purpose-built nest box, where Amala had collected a range of nesting materials to ensure she and the cubs were warm and comfortable.
Thanks to our amazing community of Zoo Parents, the cubs have had the best start to life.
Our Carnivore Keepers have been checking on the cubs progress regularly. As they grow in size and confidence, they will begin to spend most of their time exploring their exhibit and learning behaviours like climbing.
On the Red List
Found across the Himalayas, including China and Nepal, Red Pandas are classified by the IUCN as Endangered, with an estimated less than 10,000 thought to be remaining in the wild.
Sadly, Red Pandas fall victim to the illegal wildlife trade or are often captured in traps intended for deer and wild pigs. Taronga Zoo Sydney is supporting a global breeding program to ensure a genetically diverse insurance population.
The arrival of these cubs marks the 51st and 52nd cubs to be born at Taronga since the breeding program commenced in 1977, thanks to supporters like you!
Watch our behind the scenes special on what it takes to feed a Red Panda!