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DAK looking to add a Panda?
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JimboJones123
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It isn't as if corporate America doesn't do enough of that already.
JimboJones123
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When you think a possible $100 Mil for an Ariel ride, this may be a bargin.
Computer Magic
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Probably not, that thread was created in 2004 :lol:
mickeysaver
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Come to Atlanta to see Mei Lan and Xi Lan, who are our special babies at ZooAtlanta! Of course we also have their parents, Lun Lun and Yang Yang are still a lot of fun to see too. With Stone Mountain Park, the Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coke, the Atlanta Braves, and so much more to see and enjoy here, you could definately find things to keep you busy, as well as get your Panda fix. Oh, and I can't believe that I almost forgot, the Atlanta Center for Puppetry Arts has an extensive collection of Muppets that were donated from the Henson family to the museum. I am hoping to go see it for myself real soon.
As for seeing pandas at AK, I can only dream.
RSoxNo1
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There was a post on Blue Sky Disney about Disney creating Asia Specific content to promote their park in Hong Kong, and the potential park in Shanghai. Among the things mentioned was a Panda character. I know back when this original thread (or a similar one) was being discussed, I speculated that Disney creating an animated Panda movie (Kung Fu Panda anyone?) would help get children interested in Pandas if they were to be on display at the Animal Kingdom. This was largely because of what I overhear every time at the Meerkat exhibit on Pangani Forest, "ooh look, Timon".
Disney does need to add more animals to the Animal Kingdom. Initially the Asia section was to have a skytram ride that would include real animals (Snow Leopards, Musk Ox) and mythical animals (Yeti/Abominable Snowman). I believe a reference to the species list that would have been involved in this attraction is found either in Maharajah Jungle Trek or the queue for Kali River Rapids. If Disney is to add more animals to this park another Asia walk through, or Asian Safari would work. There are several Asian animals that aren't represented in the park: Giant Panda, Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Orangutan, etc. I think a walk through that included all of these animals would be a huge addition to the park, probably more so than an Australia addition. I also think that there is enough cleared land in Asia for this to happen, and the land isn't easily accessible for ride access, so a walk through may be the best approach. Can someone confirm this?
Disney does need to add more animals to the Animal Kingdom. Initially the Asia section was to have a skytram ride that would include real animals (Snow Leopards, Musk Ox) and mythical animals (Yeti/Abominable Snowman). I believe a reference to the species list that would have been involved in this attraction is found either in Maharajah Jungle Trek or the queue for Kali River Rapids. If Disney is to add more animals to this park another Asia walk through, or Asian Safari would work. There are several Asian animals that aren't represented in the park: Giant Panda, Red Pandas, Snow Leopards, Orangutan, etc. I think a walk through that included all of these animals would be a huge addition to the park, probably more so than an Australia addition. I also think that there is enough cleared land in Asia for this to happen, and the land isn't easily accessible for ride access, so a walk through may be the best approach. Can someone confirm this?
toystorymaniacs
New Member
I live in Atlanta and we are Zoo members. Atlanta's lease on the Pandas is actually up at the end of the year. Mei Lan will be going to China to find a mate and her Daddy (most likely) will be going back to. The Mommy and baby will hopefully be staying for awhile longer, It is very expensive to ge the from China, but I would love to see them AK add Pandas.
Jon_in_NC
Member
I posted on this thread years ago when it first started. And I still would love to see AK get Pandas. They are such fascinating animals and who better to provide an accurate living habitat for them than Disney. Also, what better way to reach a huge audience in promoting the importance of protecting them than having them at Disney.
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jmuboy
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I love Panadas. This would be the "E Ticket" animal display DAK needs. I have wished they would add Pandas since this park opened. Since Disney nad China seem to have a decent relationship I would think Disney could pull this off fairly easily (as easy as any negotiation with China is).
jmuboy
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Disney could "afford" Pandas should they choose too. The panda merchandise they could sell and gate clicks would certainly go a long way at DAK to help Disney break even, or come close, with these animals. Disney is certainly a lot more profitable than your local zoo!
plutoismyhero
Active Member
This might be the New animal that DAK needs cause we know that they need something in that park
Indeed, your local zoo proably doesn't own several thousand hotel rooms surrounding it for Panda pilgrims to spend money at.
JimboJones123
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We saw the Baby Elephant at the Columbus Zoo tonight. There was an hour and a half line. IMAGINE THE 3 STORY LINE FOR PEOPLE TO SEE DISNEY PANDAS!!!! One viewing line would in no way be enough.
Right now, there is not a single animal that has a viewing cue at DAK. In San Diego (who I'm guessing would be concidered the main competition for DAK), they have cues at the Pandas and Polar Bears. I believe they had cues for other animals as well. Not at Animal Kingdom.
Seems like they need to thake the "Animal" part of Animal Kingdom a bit more serious.
Right now, there is not a single animal that has a viewing cue at DAK. In San Diego (who I'm guessing would be concidered the main competition for DAK), they have cues at the Pandas and Polar Bears. I believe they had cues for other animals as well. Not at Animal Kingdom.
Seems like they need to thake the "Animal" part of Animal Kingdom a bit more serious.
PhotoDave219
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So a five year old rumor that died when the Chinese wanted too much money for tehir Pandas gets revived why?
PhotoDave219
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No, you're just a ______ idiot. Panda's are leased by China for $2 mil a year (2006, source: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/02/12/national/12panda.html?_r=2&oref=slogin )
Seeing Disney enter into a 40 million dollar contract for a 20 year lease of a pair of Pandas seems highly unlikely. Plus habitat, plus feeding, infrastructure costs, enclosures, park expansion, etc, and you're talking some serious outlay of cash.
I personally am in favor of adding Pandas to DAK but it'll never happen.
PhotoDave219
Well-Known Member
Still Pandas are a much better idea then say 'Camp Minnie-Mickey' ever was.
SirGoofy
Member
Agreed. Of course CMM was the "Oh crap we already cleared this land for Beastly Kingdom what are we gonna do now?" Land.
Still, at least we got Festival of the Lion King out of it...even if it would fit better in Africa...:zipit: