2004 in Panda History
Explore all panda events, updates, and milestones from 2004. This timeline includes birth announcements, conservation activities, and significant moments for pandas worldwide.
All Events in 2004
17 eventsYing Ying Transferred to Wolong
Ying Ying was transferred to Wolong as part of the first domestic panda exchange program.
Syu Hin transferred to shenzhen_safari_park
Syu Hin moved to shenzhen_safari_park.
Birth of Mei Ling
Mei Ling was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Tuan Tuan
Tuan Tuan was born at Wolong to Hua Mei — the first overseas-born panda to return to China — making him a third-generation member of the Pan Pan lineage.
Mei Ling born
Mei Ling born at Wolong CCRCGP, twin of Tuan Tuan, daughter of Hua Mei and Ling Ling.
Birth of Tong Tong
Tong Tong was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to Xi Meng and Long Gu.
Birth of Yong Yong
Yong Yong was born at Chengdu Base, later became the "Master of Romance."
Tian Tian transferred to edinburgh_zoo
Tian Tian moved to edinburgh_zoo.
Yang Guang transferred to edinburgh_zoo
Yang Guang moved to edinburgh_zoo.
Birth of Ya Ao
Ya Ao was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, named after the Athens Olympics. Son of Gong Zhu, he was one of 13 siblings.
Ying Ping transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Ying Ping moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Yu Hin Returns to China
Yu Hin returned to China greeted by 117 journalists from Japan, Australia, and Italy — one of the most media-covered panda homecomings.
Yong Ba transferred to Shenzhen Safari Park
Yong Ba was loaned to Shenzhen Safari Park, where she would spend the next 5 years before returning to CCRCGP.
Hua Mei returns to China
Hua Mei became the first overseas-born giant panda to return to China, arriving at the Wolong base.
Birth of Qiao Qiao
Qiao Qiao was born wild in the Qinling Mountains, rescued injured in 2006.
Quick Stats for 2004
Explore More History
Discover more panda history across different years, locations, and countries.
About 2004 in Panda History
The year 2004 represents an important chapter in panda conservation and history. This timeline captures all significant events related to giant pandas during this period, including births, transfers, conservation milestones, and other notable moments that contribute to our understanding and preservation of this beloved species.
Event Distribution
- • Total events: 17
- • Birth announcements: 8
- • Transfer events: 9
- • Conservation activities: 0
Data Coverage
- • Locations: 7
- • Pandas mentioned: 15
- • Sources: Official records & verified reports
Timeline data compiled from official conservation institution records, verified news sources, and research publications. Last updated: May 24, 2026