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1936 in Panda History

Explore all panda events, updates, and milestones from 1936. This timeline includes birth announcements, conservation activities, and significant moments for pandas worldwide.

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Su Lin (1936) discovered in the wild

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Ruth Harkness discovered a newborn giant panda cub in a hollow tree in Wenchuan, Sichuan. Named Su Lin, it became the first live giant panda brought to the United States.

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About 1936 in Panda History

The year 1936 represents an important chapter in panda conservation and history. This timeline captures all significant events related to giant pandas during this period, including births, transfers, conservation milestones, and other notable moments that contribute to our understanding and preservation of this beloved species.

Event Distribution

  • • Total events: 1
  • • Birth announcements: 0
  • • Transfer events: 0
  • • Conservation activities: 1

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  • • Locations: 0
  • • Pandas mentioned: 1
  • • Sources: Official records & verified reports

Timeline data compiled from official conservation institution records, verified news sources, and research publications. Last updated: May 13, 2026