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October 17, 2005

Peaceful Mountain: A Baby Panda Gets A Name

It is Chinese tradition for a panda to be named on its 100th day of life. Perhaps this came about because captive pandas rarely survive more than a few weeks, but regardless, it's a day of celebration.

Today, the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. celebrated the naming day of it's newest black and white addition - Tai Shan.

Tai Shan, pronounced tie shahn and meaning "peaceful mountain," was the favorite in the zoo's online poll offering five choices approved by the China Wildlife Conservation Association. One of three names suggested by the Panda House staff, it garnered about 44 percent of more than 202,000 votes cast.

More at: Panda Cub's Birthday Present: A Name

You can read more about Tai Shan on this blog at:

Two More Weeks Til Baby Panda Cub Gets A Name

Posted by sorsha at October 17, 2005 12:15 AM