Baby pandas in baskets provide hope for endangered species
The giant panda cubs range in age from 1 week to 2 months old.
/ Source: TODAY
By Rebekah Lowin
When it comes to cuteness, you have to evaluate your options. Sure, there are pandas. But then there are baby pandas. And then there are photos of baby pandas in baskets drinking from tiny bottles.
Take your pick.
These giant panda cubs were born at various times throughout 2015 (they range in age from 1 week to 2 months old) at a breeding center in China's Ya'an, Sichuan province. On Friday, the babies were placed in a window of the center so that the public could finally get a glance.
The young bears are a special sight in a world where giant pandas are endangered. Currently, there are just 1,864 living in the wild, according to the World Wildlife Fund.
Hopefully this new litter of cubs is a sign that the species can one day make a full comeback. In the meantime, we'll stay optimistic by ooh-ing and aah-ing over these adorable tykes.