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Giant pandas Yang Guang (pictured) and Tian Tian have been very popular with visitors at Edinburgh Zoo since arriving in December 2011. Photo: RZSS

Edinburgh Zoo pandas fly back today: "It will be emotional to see them leave"

From Thursday, November 30, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) will be restricting access to Yang Guang and Tian Tian’s enclosure.

Final date to see Edinburgh Zoo’s giant pandas revealed

The solar panels which can potentially generate up to 880,000 kWh of power a year and produce around a quarter of the conservation charity’s annual electricity consumption. Photo: RZSS

Edinburgh Zoo's solar meadow will produce a quarter of the charity's electricity

Edinburgh Zoo’s Christmas market will run from December 1 to January 7. Photo: Twycross Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo Christmas market: everything you need to know

Edinburgh Royal Hospital for Children and Young People patient Rosa Carter with the Edinburgh Zoo meerkats. (Photo: Chris Watt Photography)

Zoo meerkats to move in at children's hospital

The baby L’Hoest’s monkey with its mother at Edinburgh Zoo.

Edinburgh Zoo shares adorable first photos of baby monkey

First gentoo chicks hatch

First gentoo penguin chicks hatch at city zoo

Rare penguin chick hatched at Edinburgh Zoo

Watch as rare penguin chick hatches at Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo and TalkTalk announce school trip initiative to connect children with nature

New school trip initiative to connect children with Edinburgh Zoo

The baby koalas were born at Edinburgh Zoo to mums Kalari and Inala.

Edinburgh Zoo welcomes two baby koalas

Zoo expert gardens team will lead a floral workshop

Zoo announces spring events - from afternoon tea to weddings

Edinburgh Zoo is launching a series of prize draws for an exclusive opportunity to feed one of the giant pandas. Photo: Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS)

Edinburgh Zoo offering chance to feed its giant pandas

Edinburgh Zoo operator the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland is among the names on the open letter to Rishi Sunak.

Edinburgh Zoo charity calls for an end to 'Brexit red tape'

Yara is the new nyala calf born at Edinburgh Zoo (Royal Zoological Society of Scotland)

Zoo shares adorable photos of newborn calf

Edinburgh Zoo's Valentine events will run on selected days between February 11-15. Picture: RZSS

Edinburgh Zoo launches Valentine's Day celebrations

Yang Guang, the male giant panda at Edinburgh Zoo, takes a stroll around his enclosure

Edinburgh Zoo's giant pandas over the years - in pictures
Edinburgh Zoo’s giant pandas have delighted visitors in the 12 years we’ve hosted them

How you can help the animals all year round

Ad Feature Edinburgh Zoo makes Christmas appeal

We’ve trawled through the photo archives to bring you some amazing pictures of Edinburgh Zoo from years gone by.

16 Edinburgh Zoo photos from yesteryear

35 stunning eight-foot-tall sculptures, one bejewelled four-foot sculpture and one mystery lot were sold to raise vital funds for the wildlife conservation. Photo: RZSS

Giraffe statues fetch thousands at auction

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has launched a new giraffe webcam to thank everyone who supported Edinburgh Zoo’s Giraffe About Town trail this summer.

Edinburgh Zoo launches giraffe webcam

Mrs Wolowitz was thought to be the oldest of her species in the world

'World's oldest' penguin killed by intruder fox at Edinburgh Zoo

This colourful sculpture depicts several capital landmarks including the Nelson Monument, Holyrood Palace and the Royal Mile.

Giraffe About Town: Artwork on the Royal Mile depicts Capital's famous landmarks

Cosy Bosies can be found in Stockbridge

Giraffe About Town: Eight-foot tall giraffe is looking for cuddles

Mapping The City is proudly sponsored by the City of Edinburgh Council.

New artwork offers colourful city map outside the City Chambers

Purdie Worldwide proudly sponsor Straight on ‘til Morning.

Giraffe About Town: Peter Pan inspired sculpture flies into capital

Leave Only Footprints can be found outside the Edinburgh College of Art in Lauriston.

Giraffe About Town: Intriguing sculpture delivers important message

Standing outside Usher Hall, this colourful artwork depicts a range of flowers to symbolise rebirth, recovery and new beginnings.

Flower themed sculpture blossoms outside Usher Hall
Edinburgh Zoo’s Giraffe About Town project, which sees a herd of 42 charming giraffe sculptures spread across the Capital, continues to bring joy to residents and visitors alike.

Head In The Clouds depicts a fantasy world where adorable animals can be seen going about their day.

Giraffe About Town: Artist creates beautiful sculpture inspired by her day job

The statue was removed by Edinburgh Zoo, after it was badly damaged. (Photo credit: RZSS)

Giraffe statue removed due to damage

The beautiful sculpture depicts many endangered Scottish animals including a capercaillie and the Scottish wildcat.

Giraffe About Town: Woodland creatures step out of the forest and into the city

Henry Fothergill is a Derbyshire-based writer and illustrator.

Jigsaw inspired sculpture encourages children to learn about wildlife

Laura Henderson is a freelance illustrator based in Glasgow.

Giraffe About Town: West End sculpture delivers powerful environmental message

This striking sculpture features iconic landmarks, including Edinburgh Castle, the Forth Rail Bridge and St Giles Cathedral.

Giraffe About Town: Stunning artwork showcases Edinburgh skyline

The Little Parlour proudly sponsor Tammie Norrie

Beloved Edinburgh poet's work inspires new sculpture in South Queensferry

CALA Homes proudly sponsors The Giraffe of the Water of Leith

Giraffe About Town: Keep an eye out for Water of Leith map design

Giraffe About Town: Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's Super Giraffe!

Ashwood Scotland Ltd proudly sponsors Kaleidoscope Giraffe

Giraffe About Town: Meet the Kaleidoscope giraffe

Giraffa Botanica is a nod to the beauty of the Scottish woodlands, displaying colourful thistles, primroses and other Scottish wild flowers.

Giraffe About Town: botanical sculpture brings beauty to Bruntsfield

Nessy can be spotted near the Sandport Place Bridge.

Giraffe About Town: Shore sculpture depicts Loch Ness monster

The beautiful sculpture depicts a Scottish wildflower meadow, displaying native flowers as well as bees and butterflies.

Canonmills giraffe raises awareness about the plight of UK wildflower meadows

Sustainability-focused fish and chip restaurant opens at Edinburgh Zoo

Dundee-based artist, Rio Moore, believes everyone can play a part to help protect our wildlife’s future.

Giraffe About Town: Warrior giraffe stands tall outside Waverley

Giraffe About Town: Eduardo Paolozzi inspired sculpture brings colour

Reilly Creative was created by husband and wife duo, Kieron and Lynsey, who have been painting sculpture trails since 2015.

Giraffe About Town: Husband and wife duo create colourful giraffe

The design of Bamboozled was inspired after its creator, Jina Gelder, visited the beautiful pandas at Edinburgh Zoo.

Giraffe About Town: Panda-themed sculpture has deeper message

Giraffe About Town: Daz the Dazzling Giraffe brings delight to Newhaven

The design of the giraffe celebrates Scottish produce and encourages people to eat healthier.

Giraffe About Town: ‘Grown Locally’ celebrates Scottish produce and healthy eati...

Anne-Marie Byrne has painted for many charity trails across the UK.

Giraffe About Town: Paolozzi inspired Poppy greets guest at the OMNi Centre

A Drop of Culture focuses on Edinburgh’s iconic skyline and can be found at Haymarket Station

Giraffe About Town: Stunning sculpture showcases Edinburgh skyline

Gerald's patterned coat is inspired by a range of animals from Edinburgh Zoo. He can be found at Tollcross.

Look out for all the hidden animals included on trail's Gerald sculpture

Visitors can enjoy the long summer evenings at the zoo and park

Ad Feature Book now to meet the zoo animals after hours

Fujitsu proudly sponsor Double Deco

Giraffe About Town: Art Deco inspired sculpture can be found at Ocean Terminal

Stand Tall for Giraffes celebrates wild giraffes in Uganda. The orange colour represents beautiful Ugandan sunsets and the patterns on the ossicones and tail are adapted from authentic Ugandan fabrics, reflecting the vibrant colours of the country.

Giraffe About Town: Meet the giant orange giraffe who looks over Edinburgh

Lena Kibbler's sculpture is designed to showcase a giraffe's inner beauty. Bona Lisa can be found at Canongate Kirk.

Giraffe About Town: Bona Lisa, at Canongate Kirk

One of the eight-foot sculptures overlooks the Capital. (Credit: RZSS)

Giraffe art train hits the streets of Edinburgh