Media Advisory: Press Conference: Cause of Panda Cub Death

For Release: October 10, 2012

WHAT: Media will be informed about the results from the panda cub necropsy and receive an update about the mother giant panda.

WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 11

8:30 a.m.: Photo opportunity: Both giant pandas, Mei Xiang (female) and Tian Tian (male), will be in their outdoor yards. Each panda will receive a frozen fruit treat at 9 a.m.

10 a.m.: News conference

WHERE: Asia Trail at Smithsonian's National Zoo

Upper Trail outside of giant panda exhibits
3001 Connecticut Ave. N.W.

Park in Bus Parking Lot

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