'It's a phenomenal day'; Panda receives pool, fruitsicle on first birthday.(METROPOLITAN)

From: The Washington Times (Washington, DC) | Date: July 10, 2006 | Copyright information

Byline: Gary Emerling, THE WASHINGTON TIMES

The first birthday party for the District's most popular baby began shortly after 10 a.m. yesterday when giant panda cub Tai Shan entered his outdoor habitat and cautiously poked and pawed at his favorite gifts: a plastic wading pool and a giant fruitsicle.

"It's a phenomenal day," said John Berry, the zoo's director. "It's such a day of celebration as we reach the one-year mark with a healthy bear that's off the charts."

The thousands of visitors, including many who waited for more than an hour in anticipation, oohed and ...

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