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13K views · 359 reactions | Today the National Zoo celebrated Bei Bei’s first birthday with a traditional Chinese Zhuazhou ceremony. The little panda, with help from mama bear Mei Xiang, selected a symbol that will foretell his destiny. They choose the Chinese knot, which is a symbol for luck & friendship! Watch this little panda grow up in the newest episode of Wild Inside the National Zoo: bitly.com/Panda_monium | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook

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17K views · 422 reactions | California is home to remarkable wildlife. Some animals, both in the sea and on land, duel for the best turf. Catch more drama tonight in Wildest California at 10 PM. | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook

8.1K views · 262 reactions | Would you swim with these pigs? The water-loving animals are a top tourist attraction in the Bahamas. Meet those and other remarkable porkers on Amazing Pigs. | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation | Facebook

7.8K views · 189 reactions | Dolphins are renowned for being some of the most playful animals on the planet, and this pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins from the Bahamas certainly live up to their reputation. Youngsters play high-speed games of chase, while the adults prefer something more sophisticated; collaborative group games of catch the seaweed. Learn about how animals across the world tonight at 8 PM in Animals at Play. | Smithsonian Channel | Facebook