The Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C, caused panda-monium on Christmas Day when it released a video of it's newest celebrities, Bao Li and Qing Bao.
MORE: Sea turtle with 'bubble butt syndrome' gets 3D-printed harness to help with swimmingIn the video, the giant pandas are seen rolling in grass, climbing trees and being "unbearably cute."
The young pandas were brought to the zoo this past fall.
MORE: 5 bear cubs released back into the wild in Colorado after rehabilitationBao Li, pronounced as BOW-lee, is a male and was born Aug 4. 2021. According to the National Zoo website, "Bao" means precious and treasure in Mandarin Chinese. The name "Li" refers to vitality and strength, and "Bao Li" means an active and vital power.
Qing Bao, pronounced ching-BOW, is a female and was born Sep 12. 2021. Her name means "green" and "treasure" in Mandarin Chinese. According to the National Zoo website, "Qing" describes the lush and mountainous habitat of pandas. "Bao" reflects how cherished and adored she is.
MORE: Kangaroo remains on the loose in Texas after jumping fenceThe pandas are set to debut to the public on Jan 24, 2025, in their renovated habitat on Asia Trail.