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Mei Xiang
美香
alive female
Born: July 22, 1998
Mei Xiang is a beloved panda at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C. She is known for being a wonderful mother to several cubs, including Xiao Qi Ji!
Quick Facts
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Birth Date
July 22, 1998
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Weight
105 kg
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Location
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
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Status
alive
Story Snapshot
Mei Xiang is a beloved panda at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C. She is known for being a wonderful mother to several cubs, including Xiao Qi Ji!
Life Timeline
5 updates Xiao Qi Ji Celebrates First Birthday August 21, 2021
birthday
Happy 1st birthday to Xiao Qi Ji! The 'Little Miracle' is growing strong and loves playing with his enrichment toys. 🐼🎂
Xiao Qi Ji, "Little Miracle," Born at National Zoo August 21, 2020
birth
A little miracle arrived today! Xiao Qi Ji was born at the National Zoo. His name means 'Little Miracle' and he is Mei Xiang's fourth cub! 🐼🎉
Tai Shan, First Cub of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, Born at National Zoo July 9, 2005
birth
Great news! Mei Xiang and Tian Tian's first cub, Tai Shan, was born today at the National Zoo! This is a historic moment for panda conservation in the U.S. 🐼🎊
Mei Xiang Arrives at Smithsonian National Zoo December 6, 2000
transfer
Mei Xiang traveled all the way from China to Washington, D.C. today! She will live at the Smithsonian National Zoo as part of a conservation partnership. 🐼✈️
Mei Xiang Born at Chengdu Base July 22, 1998
birth
A beautiful panda cub named Mei Xiang was born today at the Chengdu Base! Her name means 'beautiful fragrance.' 🐼🌸
Recent Activity
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Birthday
Xiao Qi Ji Celebrates First Birthday
Happy 1st birthday to Xiao Qi Ji! The 'Little Miracle' is growing strong and loves playing with his enrichment toys. 🐼🎂
2 pandas
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Source: Smithsonian's National Zoo
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Birth
Xiao Qi Ji, "Little Miracle," Born at National Zoo
A little miracle arrived today! Xiao Qi Ji was born at the National Zoo. His name means 'Little Miracle' and he is Mei Xiang's fourth cub! 🐼🎉
3 pandas
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Source: Smithsonian's National Zoo
Featured
Birth
Tai Shan, First Cub of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, Born at National Zoo
Great news! Mei Xiang and Tian Tian's first cub, Tai Shan, was born today at the National Zoo! This is a historic moment for panda conservation in the U.S. 🐼🎊
2 pandas
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Source: Smithsonian's National Zoo
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Transfer
Mei Xiang Arrives at Smithsonian National Zoo
Mei Xiang traveled all the way from China to Washington, D.C. today! She will live at the Smithsonian National Zoo as part of a conservation partnership. 🐼✈️
1 panda
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Source: Smithsonian's National Zoo
Family
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No Family Information
Family relationship data is not available for Mei Xiang.
Current Location
Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
Location Details
- 📍 Washington, D.C., USA
- 🏛️ zoo
- 📅 Established: 1889
About This Location
This is Mei Xiang's home in Washington, D.C.! It has beautiful habitats where pandas can climb, swim, and enjoy lots of bamboo.
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Data Sources
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Primary Sources
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Last updated: March 27, 2026