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Tai Shan's Birthday Wishes

Tai Shan, the National Zoo's giant panda cub, turned three on July 9. Thanks to all of you who sent him a birthday greeting. You can still celebrate the occasion by adopting a giant panda or making a donation to the Giant Panda Conservation Fund.

Birthday Wishes

Submitted by Margaret and Teeny from Los Angeles, CA on 07/10/2008
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