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World's Oldest Male Giant Panda, An An, Passes Away At Age 35 In Hong Kong Park
An An, world's oldest male giant panda, died on July 22 at the age of 35, equal to 105 years in human years, in Hong Kong amusement park due to health issues. An An's health had worsened in recent weeks, with a significant drop in physical activities and food consumption. Messages of condolence flooded in from all around the world when An An's death was announced.
Tags: male, Giant Pandas, oldest, Death, Hong Kong
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Giant Pandas Categorized As Vulnerable, Not Endangered: China
Chinese officials declared that Giant Pandas are no longer classified as endangered as their number reaches 1,800 but are categorized as 'vulnerable' list. Excerpts said the change displays the country's conservation efforts towards keeping their habitats integrated and the animal's improved lifestyle. This news comes years after IUCN changed Pandas from endangered to vulnerable in 2016, which Chinese officials said could mislead in… read-more
Tags: Giant Pandas, China, conservation efforts, Endangered Species, Vulnerable species
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