Shows the two giant pandas presented to the United States in 1972 by China. Records the playful antics of the pandas in their specially designed enclosures at the National Zoological Park in Washington, DC. Also shows the people and jobs that are important to the efficient operation of zoos.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
504764
Language
English
Subject categories
Animals & Wildlife → Animal ecology
Animals & Wildlife → Giant panda
Animals & Wildlife → Rare animals
Animals & Wildlife → Wildlife conservation
Animals & Wildlife → Zoo animals
Animals & Wildlife → Zoo keepers
Animals & Wildlife → Zoological gardens
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → International relations and culture
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Wildlife conservation
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → International relations and culture
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)