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Tian Tian

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alive male Born: August 27, 1997

Tian Tian is Mei Xiang's mate at the National Zoo. He is a gentle giant who loves eating bamboo and taking naps in his favorite spots.

Quick Facts

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Birth Date

August 27, 1997

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Weight

125 kg

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Location

Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

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Status

alive

Story Snapshot

Tian Tian is Mei Xiang's mate at the National Zoo. He is a gentle giant who loves eating bamboo and taking naps in his favorite spots.

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Life Timeline

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Xiao Qi Ji, "Little Miracle," Born at National Zoo August 21, 2020
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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
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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. 🐼🎊

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Xiao Qi Ji, "Little Miracle," Born at National Zoo
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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! 🐼🎉

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Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute
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Tai Shan, First Cub of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, Born at National Zoo
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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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Family

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Current Location

Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

Location Details

  • 📍 Washington, D.C., USA
  • 🏛️ zoo
  • 📅 Established: 1889

Coordinates

38.9286° N, -77.0475° E

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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Sources & References

Data Sources

Information on this page is compiled from verified conservation institutions, research publications, and official panda databases.

Primary Sources

  • • Conservation institution records
  • • Official panda databases
  • • Research publications

Verification

  • • Data cross-referenced across sources
  • • Updated regularly from official channels
  • • Reviewed by conservation experts

Last updated: March 27, 2026