Is cuddling with a panda a job?

That's right, there's a real job that requires you to cuddle and bond with adorable, fluffy creatures all day long. According to Chinadaily, the Giant Panda Protection Research Center is hiring panda caretakers at a salary of $32,000. (We don't know about you, but we'd gladly cuddle with pandas for free.)

How old do you have to be to be a panda Cuddler?

According to China Daily, those who wish to partake in this amazing opportunity -- which pays about $32,000 per year, plus meals, board and the use of an SUV -- should be 22 years old or older, and have writing and photography skills as well as "some basic knowledge of pandas."

Can I cuddle a panda?

If you do want to cuddle a panda - you need to get there early as they only do it after the pandas are fed in the morning, and if the pandas aren't in the mood to be held, then it doesn't happen at all.

How much do panda sitters get paid?

China's Giant Panda Protection and Research Center is now recruiting caretakers whose chief duties will be to hang out with panda cubs and love them and cuddle them. These so-called panda nannies will earn 200,000 yuan ($32,000) a year and will receive free meals, transit and accommodations, ChinaDaily reports.

Can you pay to hold a panda?

Chengdu panda holding is suspended BUT good news, it's still possible nearby at another base – the Dujiangyan Panda Base, although the time has been cut to 30 seconds, and it all must be booked in advance, ideally two weeks in advance. You can pay around $110 to volunteer for the day (cleaning cages etc).

Cute alert! Giant panda cuddles with keeper during shower time

Where can I hug a baby panda?

Top Places to See and Hug a Giant Panda

• Chengdu Panda Base: Visitor-Friendly, Nearest to Chengdu. A baby panda. ...
• Dujiangyan Panda Base: Volunteer to Feed a Panda Face-to-Face. Dujiangyan Panda Volunteer. ...
• Bifengxia Giant Panda Base: Stay with Pandas Longer. ...
• Wolong Giant Panda Center: Real Hometown of Wild Pandas. ...
• Beijing Zoo.

Where can I play with panda?

Top places to hang out with pandas around the world

• The Giant Panda Research & Breeding Center, Chengdu, China. ...
• The National Zoo, Washington D.C. ...
• San Diego Zoo, San Diego, California. ...
• Bifengxia Panda Base, Ya'an, Sichuan, China. ...
• Dujiangyan Panda Base, Dujiangyan, China. ...
• Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia.

Is panda Hugger a real job?

That's right, there's a real job that requires you to cuddle and bond with adorable, fluffy creatures all day long. According to Chinadaily, the Giant Panda Protection Research Center is hiring panda caretakers at a salary of $32,000. (We don't know about you, but we'd gladly cuddle with pandas for free.)

How do I work with pandas?

Working with Pandas

1. Convert a Python's list, dictionary or Numpy array to a Pandas data frame.
2. Open a local file using Pandas, usually a CSV file, but could also be a delimited text file (like TSV), Excel, etc.
3. Open a remote file or database like a CSV or a JSONon a website through a URL or read from a SQL table/database.

How much do panda huggers get paid?

As of right now, China's Giant Panda Protection and Research Centre has a spot available and the job description states: “Your work has only one mission: spending 365 days with the pandas and sharing in their joys and sorrows.” In other words, this job will pay you $32,000 (or 22,388) a year to cuddle with, feed, clean ...

Can I hold a baby panda?

Baby Panda Holding and Volunteer Program

Don't be upset- a new volunteer program for baby pandas is available in Wolong Panda Center, which will make up for not being able to take part in the original program. This program offers more activities than the previous one in which you could only hold a panda for 20 seconds.

Where can I hug a panda in the US?

You can also call ahead to reserve a slot to cuddle a baby panda.

• The National Zoo, Washington D.C.
• Dujiangyan Panda Base, Dujiangyan, China.
• Zoo Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia.
• Toronto Zoo, Toronto, Canada.

How much does a baby panda cost?

The reason is because China leases the each panda to zoos for $2 million (in "panda cost and research"). And then there are the habitats the zoos must build, plus the expensive diets they have - oh, and if there's a baby, that's another $600,000 per year.

Why do panda nannies wear masks?

They do it for two reasons. The first is to mimic the conditions of wildlife, because human attachment can hinder a panda's chances of survival once it is released. Getting this right sometimes means caretakers will smear their costumes with panda urine and feces. Some keepers even disguise themselves as trees.

Where do panda nannies work?

The nannies work at the China Giant Panda Protection and Research Center in Ya'an. It's still a job and these baby pandas deserve all the attention and care from the caretakers.

Is being a panda nanny hard?

Panda nannies are expected to feed, clean, and look after pandas around-the-clock. The job pays around 2,000 yuan ($290) per month, less than an average waiter, and is as physically demanding as being a full-time nurse, but it is "happy and meaningful", according to Zhang.

Can you work with pandas?

There are many organizations striving to protect these beautiful animals, and by volunteering with pandas, you can get involved, too! If you've ever wanted the experience of being up close to a panda, there are several ways you can contribute to the work being done to preserve pandas and help them thrive.

How do you become a panda handler?

The research center asks that applicants be at least 22 years of age, have a basic knowledge of pandas and good writing and photography skills. Think of all the selfies you're going to take! To apply for the position, visit the center's site here.

How do I become a panda?

Three conditions should be met: first you should be a giant panda lover; secondly you should support wildlife research and conservation; thirdly you are in good health. Easy Tour China is very glad to apply for the permits for our clients to work as a panda volunteer in Chengdu!

What is the job of a panda?

Pandas play an important role in the forest ecosystem where they live. Seeds and plant matter collects on their fur, which is then deposited as they move throughout their habitat. They also climb trees and swim, which further helps disperse the seeds.

Are all pandas born female?

Oh yes – and all pandas are born female. Males are only created if a panda receives a fright in its first 48 hours of life. This is why some zoos employ panda spookers.

How many pandas are left?

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) says there are just 1,864 pandas left in the wild. There are an additional 400 pandas in captivity, according to Pandas International.

How do I volunteer for panda?

Most panda volunteering programs are similar in nature. You arrive in Chengdu, where you are taken to the Chengdu Research Base and introduced to panda conservation work. You are then taken to accommodation in the mountains and volunteer with one of the research bases for most of the day.

Is it possible to touch a panda?

I, doubt you can touch an adult panda as it is dangerous. As for baby Panda, they are not there every time. During my visit there are only 2 and they are at one specific location. I doubt they will allow you to touch it as they are fragile and being endangered animals, they should be cared better.

Can we adopt a panda?

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