2008 in Panda History
Explore all panda events, updates, and milestones from 2008. This timeline includes birth announcements, conservation activities, and significant moments for pandas worldwide.
All Events in 2008
38 eventsTuan Tuan arrives in Taiwan
Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan arrived at Taipei Taoyuan Airport aboard a EVA Air charter flight after a 3-hour trip from Chengdu. They debuted at Taipei Zoo on Chinese New Year's Day, January 26, 2009.
Yuan Yuan arrives in Taiwan with Tuan Tuan
Yuan Yuan and Tuan Tuan arrived at Taipei Taoyuan Airport aboard a EVA Air "Panda Charter Flight" after a 3-hour flight from Chengdu. They debuted at Taipei Zoo on January 26, 2009.
Mei Mei dies from intestinal obstruction
Mei Mei died from a severe intestinal obstruction at Adventure World in Japan.
Mei Mei dies at Adventure World
The "Great Mother" of Adventure World's panda family, Mei Mei, died at age 14.
Yuan Xiao's "Pants-Off" Leg Surgery
After fracturing his leg in a play fight with Wu Yi, Yuan Xiao underwent titanium plate surgery โ his shaved hindquarters photo became an internet legend.
Wu Jie transferred to mandai_river_wonders
Wu Jie moved to mandai_river_wonders.
Birth of Mei Hin
Mei Hin was born at Adventure World, Japan, first AI-conceived twin in Japan.
Birth of Yong Hin
Yong Hin was born at Adventure World, Japan, twin of Mei Hin.
Lun Lun Gives Birth to Xi Lan
Lun Lun gave birth to Xi Lan, her second cub, at Zoo Atlanta.
Birth of Ya Lin
Ya Lin was born at Chengdu Base, later gifted to Macau as "Kai Kai."
Birth of Wang Wang
Wang Wang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Fu Long transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Fu Long moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Hao Hao
Hao Hao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Lan Lan
Lan Lan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Kai Kai (Shu Xiang)
Kai Kai was born at Chengdu Base, son of Shu Qing. He would later be gifted to Macau as "ๅผๅผ" with 44% of public votes.
Birth of Shu Yun
Shu Yun was born on Olympic torch day in Chengdu. The "Kung Fu Panda" amazed crowds at Hangzhou and Qingdao before passing away in 2015.
Zhen Zhen transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Zhen Zhen moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Le Le
Le Le was born at Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Research Center.
Birth of Ning Ning
Ning Ning was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, later became an acrobat panda on Liugong Island.
Mei Qing transferred to guangzhou_chimelong
Mei Qing moved to guangzhou_chimelong.
Xin Xin transferred to macau_giant_panda_pavilion
Xin Xin moved to macau_giant_panda_pavilion.
Birth of You You
You You was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, later became China's coldest-adapted panda.
Long Xin gives birth to twins after Wenchuan earthquake
Long Xin gave birth to a set of twins just weeks after surviving the devastating Wenchuan earthquake and being transferred to Ya'an.
Birth of Meng Yue
Meng Yue was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Guo Guo Gives Birth to Earthquake Twins
After surviving the Wenchuan earthquake trapped under rubble, Guo Guo gave birth to twins Ping Ping and An An at Ya'an Bifengxia โ the first panda cubs born after the disaster.
Shi Shi passes away at Guangzhou Zoo
Shi Shi died of natural causes at the Guangzhou Zoo at an estimated age of over 25 years.
Shi Shi dies at Guangzhou Zoo
Shi Shi passed away at Guangzhou Zoo at approximately 26 years of age.
Li Li Relocated to Guangzhou After Earthquake
Li Li was relocated to Chimelong Safari Park.
Xi Wang Transferred to Wuhan Zoo
Xi Wang transferred to Wuhan Zoo after the earthquake.
Xi Xi rescued after earthquake escape
Xi Xi was rescued by soldiers after going missing for two weeks following the Wenchuan earthquake.
Yuan Yuan survives Wenchuan earthquake
Yuan Yuan escaped her damaged enclosure during the May 12 earthquake. After 5 days missing, she was found and rescued by staff. She was transferred to Ya'an Bifengxia Base on June 18.
Ri Ri transferred to Chimelong
Ri Ri (ๆฏๅ) and Shin Shin (ไปๅฅณ) were sent to Chimelong Safari Park in Guangzhou for a short-term exhibition.
Ying Ying transferred to ocean_park_hk
Ying Ying moved to ocean_park_hk.
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About 2008 in Panda History
The year 2008 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
- โข Total events: 38
- โข Birth announcements: 20
- โข Transfer events: 11
- โข Conservation activities: 2
Data Coverage
- โข Locations: 16
- โข Pandas mentioned: 36
- โข Sources: Official records & verified reports
Timeline data compiled from official conservation institution records, verified news sources, and research publications. Last updated: May 24, 2026