Endangered red panda arrives at tailor-made zoo home
Nilo is part of a crucial European breeding programme.
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An endangered red panda has arrived at his new tailor-made habitat at Bristol Zoo Project.
Nilo, who is three years old, is part of a crucial European breeding programme for red pandas.
Researchers believe the population has declined by 40% over the past 50 years, with as few as 2,500 believed to be left in the wild.
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The habitat at Bristol Zoo Project has been designed to fit the needs of red pandas, a spokeswoman said.
Features include a large cedar tree at the centre, providing climbing opportunities for Nilo.
Nilo, who previously lived at Whipsnade Zoo, was pictured exploring his new surroundings on Thursday.