Indonesia ’s first giant panda cub is thriving and preparing for his public debut later this month, veterinarians have confirmed. The furry cub, nicknamed " Rio ," was observed squirming during a recent check-up where his hearing and eyesight were assessed, confirming his healthy development. At 169 days old, Satrio Wiratama, or Rio, now weighs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) and has begun walking independently, climbing on his mother, and sampling bamboo shoots. His growth, particularly his teeth, is noted to be faster than average. Veterinarians are closely monitoring his progress to ensure he adapts well to crowds ahead of his introduction at the Indonesian Safari Park, located outside the capital, Jakarta . Bongot Huaso Mulia, a veterinarian overseeing Rio’s development, stated: "What’s important to note is that all of Rio’s senses are active; he has the ability to understand the environment, assess the situation, adapt to more people, and hear sounds, even in certain levels of noise.…