How do I beat the story where I almost fell off a coconut tree? Or the time I saw a buffalo trip three feet in front of me?
I guess I will have to tell you the panda story.
Panda?
How often in my life do I get to see a panda? Only once. And it was awesome.
I was studying abroad in Singapore for a semester. There, I met my awesome Irish friend Doireann. Among so many other awesome and unique things, she is a zoologist. The first one I’ve ever met in my life. We quickly became good friends and even traveled, motorbiked, and scuba-dived together!
One of my top places to visit was the Singapore Zoo, which features a 26-hectare wildlife park. Who better to go with than a to-be zoologist? We planned a date, and made it happen. We also had a few other friends joining our little group.
Anyway, she had a long-term obsession with pandas. Dozens of things she owns have panda-related themes to them. She has interned and worked with baby pandas (cubs?), actually getting to hold and cuddle with them, which is awesome!
After about 2 hours of walking though the zoo, we finally reached the exhibit that Doireann was waiting for: the pandas.
Unfortunately…
They really don’t do much…
We watched and waited.
For over two hours…
I mean, they’re pretty cool. Black and white, you know? But how long can it possibly lay there?
A long time apparently.
After watching it for so long, we decided to walk around past the panda exhibit. When we came back, the panda had sat up into a furball!
And then something truly amazing happened!
Are you ready for this?
Whoaaaa! I was so impressed. After hours of watching the panda do nothing, in just a few minutes, it sat up, and stood up. For food! Nom nom nom. Like Po in Kung Fu Panda, haha!
Just when I thought we have seen it all….
It started scaling the tree! Watching the magnificent 200+ pound fluff ball body climb up the tree was so amazing, yet hilarious. Lazy panda turns productive and athletic for food. Such is the life.
What an epic end of a day at the zoo. This panda deserves a trophy! I doubt most visitors at the zoo were able to see this miracle. Maybe it reveals itself to those with patience?
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Awww i’d love to see a Panda! They look so cute 🙂 Looks like It was worth the wait!
Hahah, so worth it!! I never knew that was going to happen. Animals are unpredictable for sure. xD
Wow two hours of waiting until a panda did something!? That’s some real patience right there! Yesterday I told my husband I’d like to go to Singapore. The zoo there is on my future itinerary.
You have to let me know when you do visit! I’ll be waiting to hear your awesome panda stories. xD
Pandas are so cute! Our local zoo is lacking in Pandas though, but to be fair I wouldn’t want to subject them to the horrible Texas heat. We’re missing elephants too, which hits me harder because I’d LOVE to see an elephant in real life. Maybe one day.
Haha, I know it. Elephants are so majestic and amazingly smart. It’s too bad they’re mistreated so much in Asia. 🙁
hahaha… Panda, really cute. nicely written
Pandas are really cute! Some days, I wish I had a pet panda :3 haha
The pandas are so adorable. Makes me want to have one. I also happen to be a travel blogger and share the same views as you. Would like if you visit my blog. Here is a link to it
https://valoniapiresblog.wordpress.com/
Pandas are awesome!! Nice blog!! Would you be interested in joining the travel blogging challenge? Would love a companion! 😀
I would love to. Could you brief me on that please?
Yes, of course! This challenge showcases your experience through travel stories, cultures, foods, advise, lessons, and more. If you’re a travel blogger, it would be absolutely perfect for you! https://wanderingoutsidethebox.wordpress.com/2017/06/03/17-weeks-travel-blogging-challenge/
I like a panda. This panda is attractive looking. I enjoyed very much when Panda climbs the tree. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for checking out my pages! I loooove pandas, haha! Have you ever seen one?
pandas are sop cute…. watching them is so pleasurable…..
Hahah, they’re absolutely adorable!!!!
Pandas are weird and cute. They are just about one of the clumsiest animals. Eat, sleep, whatever, repeat. They must find so much relaxation from living such a simple life. 🙂
Very jealous you’ve seen a panda… There should definitely be more panda related content online!
Pandas are literally the coolest. Po the panda included. :3 <3