Zoo Knoxville names red panda cubs Jerry and Ruckus
By The BriefBrief
Zoo Knoxville has officially named its newest red panda cubs Jerry and Ruckus after a naming contest. The zoo said the contest supported conservation for the endangered species and announced the pair as the latest additions to its red panda program.
WHO:Zoo Knoxville
WHAT:Named two new red panda cubs Jerry and Ruckus following a naming contest tied to conservation efforts for the endangered species.
WHEN:Reported Aug 27, 2026 at 11:22 AM ET
WHERE:Zoo Knoxville
WHY:Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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