- Adorable photographs show a young panda cub being cared for by its doting mother at a zoo in central France
- Huan Huan can be seen gently cradling the two-month-old cub, called Mini Yuan Zi, in her arms at Beauval Zoo
- Cub became the first Giant panda to be born in France after parents Huan Huan and Yuan Zi arrived at the zoo
This tiny panda cub looks to be in absolute bliss as it enjoys a bear hug from its adoring mother.
Photos show Huan Huan carefully cradling her fluffy black and white baby in her arms at Beauval Zoo in Saint-Aignan, central France.
In one shot, the loving mother tenderly grips her cub between her teeth and affectionately licks him clean. In another, the tiny animal, called Mini Yuan Zi lets out a yawn.
The cub became the first Giant panda to be born in France on August 4, three years after its parents, Huan Huan and Yuan Zi arrived at the zoo.
Parental bond: This tiny panda cub looks to be in absolute bliss as it enjoys a bear hug from its adoring mother Huan Huan
Gently does it: Photos show Huan Huan carefully cradling her fluffly black and white baby in her arms at Beauval Zoo in Saint-Aignan, central France
Bath time: In one shot, the loving mother tenderly grips her cub between her teeth and affectionately licks him clean
In safe paws: The cub became the first Giant panda to be born in France on August 4, three years after its parents, Huan Huan and Yuan Zi arrived at the zoo
Pure bliss: Mother Huan Huan gently moves her fluffy black and white cub into position using her powerful jaws
Helping hand: The stunning photos were taken by wildlife photographer, Eric Baccega who had privileged access behind the scenes at Beauval Zoo, France
The photographer said Chinese experts are on hand to ensure the tiny cub receives the best possible care at the zoo in France
The young animal, which was born in August this year, has been named Mini Yuan Zi by zoo staff. It is shown letting out a tiny yawn
Comfort: The young bear looks entirely at ease as its mother cradles the youngster in her arms at the zoo in France
The panda cub undergoes frequent checks and receives extra care and attention from Chinese experts at the zoo