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The unnamed male panda cub at the San Diego Zoo is thriving, and is so close to being able to walk, as seen in a new video of his 11th veterinary exam. The fuzzy baby panda seems as cuddly and precious as a living teddy bear as he gets measured and checked out by the Zoo docs. Just look at that furry face!
The cub, who we've seen get a little tickled during an earlier exam, is the sixth panda born at the San Diego Zoo and the third male. He was born July 29 to giant panda momma Bai Yun. The birth was a milestone, breaking the record for the most giant panda cubs born at a breeding facility outside of China.
Last month, we got to see the baby panda make some early attempts at first steps during his previous exam. Later this month the panda should be given his name when he reaches 100 days old, per Chinese custom.
