There is something wonderful about watching the videos that showcase animals playing with ice. Those are the clips that often leave people with a huge smile on their face. Case in point, this video showcasing a few giant panda cubs playing with a pallet of ice.
The cute pandas playing on a pallet of ice. (instagram/@smithsonianzoo)
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Smithsonian's National Zoo shared the video on their official Instagram page. The video showcases three cubs named Tian Tian, Mei Xiang and Xiao Qi Ji. Along with the video, the zoo also shared that their Department of Nutrition Science team provided all three pandas with a pallet of ice to play in.
Take a look at the video:
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The video has been shared just 11 hours ago. Since being posted, the cute clip has accumulated over 25,000 views and counting. The share has also gathered tons of comments.
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The video has been shared just 11 hours ago. Since being posted, the cute clip has accumulated over 25,000 views and counting. The share has also gathered tons of comments.
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“Hee, hee! That’s adorable!” wrote an Instagram user. “Too cute,” posted another. “Oh my, they know exactly what to do!” expressed a third.
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