Rusty, The Red Panda Who Escaped From The National Zoo, Is Back On Exhibit With His Mate (PHOTOS)

PHOTOS: Rusty The Red Panda Is Back With Mate

Rusty's back!

Since his escape (!) from the National Zoo to one of D.C.'s more bar-filled neighborhoods in late June, Rusty the red panda has been under observation by Zoo staff, and out of public view. (Mostly -- the Zoo has been sending out completely charming photos of the guy on Twitter and Facebook.)

As of Tuesday, Washington's arboreal Houdini -- who is believed to have used a saggy tree canopy to effect his getaway -- is back on display. And how!

Here are more photos from Rusty's first day back with Shama -- do you think he looks like he might be planning another escapade?

Rusty The Red Panda

Hey, remember that time a red panda went missing from the National Zoo?

We missed you, Rusty -- next time you're going out, leave a note, eh?

Red panda cub at National Zoo

National Zoo's Red Panda Cubs In 2011

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