2017 in Panda History

Rou Rou entered the Giant Panda Kindergarten, beginning group life alongside other cubs after finally mastering standing.

Xiang Xiang debuted at Ueno Zoo.

Xi Wang moved to Taian for six years.

Peng Peng died from encephalitis-induced cerebral hemorrhage after 11 days in a coma, despite intensive treatment involving neurology specialists.

Yuan Meng named by Chinese and French First Ladies.

Jia Yuan, a severely malnourished wild panda, was rescued from a villager's home in Hongya County.

Ba Xi (八喜, sb956) and Ying Xue (映雪, sb955) were simultaneously released into Liziping Nature Reserve — China's second dual-panda rewilding. Ba Xi, weighing 65 kg, had completed two years of mother-rearing wild training under Xi Mei.

Ying Xue and Ba Xi were simultaneously released into Liziping Nature Reserve — China's second dual-panda rewilding. Radio tracking in 2018 confirmed her survival over 10 km from release.

Nuan Nuan returned to China from Malaysia.

Qi Zai returned to Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue Center to participate in the 2018 breeding program.

Qian Jin was born at Shanghai Wildlife Park, daughter of Qian Qian. She would grow up to become the park's beloved "大小姐" (Miss Prim).

Xue Bao was born at shanghai_zoo.

Cai Tao arrived at Taman Safari Indonesia.

Hu Chun arrived at Taman Safari Indonesia.

Xing Bao departed Madrid Zoo with an emotional farewell, returning to China after 4 years in Spain.

Zhang Xiang (张想) was successfully recaptured in Yehe Nature Reserve for a health examination, over 30 km from her release point. She weighed 174 jin (87 kg), with normal development of all limbs, teeth and reproductive organs — confirming she was fully adapted to wild conditions. She was released back to the wild immediately.

Xiang Xiang was named from 320,000 submissions.

Meng Lan flew from Chengdu to Beijing Zoo with his cousin Dian Dian, making his public debut on October 16 after a month-long quarantine.

Hua Bao moved to Baoding Aibao Wildlife World alongside his brother Xin Bao and two other pandas.

Yu Lei was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Cui Cui.

Ya Lun moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Jing Bao was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Ge Ge.

Li Dui was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Ge Ge.

Man Lan moved to henan_zhuhai.

Ling Yan was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, later becoming a viral internet celebrity.

Qing Cheng was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Fei Fei.

Ai Jiu was born at chengdu_base.

Ai You was born at chengdu_base.

Fu Fu was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Ye Ye.

Hua Rong was born at chengdu_base.

Xin Bao moved to san_diego_zoo.

Yun Chuan moved to san_diego_zoo.

Fu Ban moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Fu Feng moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Qian Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Jin Xin.

Zhen Sheng was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of Qian Bao.

Ding Ding moved to moscow_zoo.

Ru Yi moved to moscow_zoo.

Ruyi moved to moscow_zoo.

Xing An was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, known as "Zhen Bu Gao Xing" for his grumpy face.

Ni Na was born at Chengdu Base, weighing only 91 grams.

Da Bai was born at chengdu_base.

San You was born at Chengdu Base's Moon Nursery, daughter of Qi Zhen, weighing 168g — her sixth litter.

Yu Bei was born at chongqing_zoo.

Yu Guan was born at chongqing_zoo.

Lao Lao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin of Hai Hai. Adopted by Haidilao hotpot and named after their brand.

Ya Xing returned to Chengdu Base after completing two years of wild training at Dujiangyan Panda Valley.

Wu Yi moved to the Dujiangyan Panda Valley wild training center, where he continues to reside in a semi-wild environment.

Gan Yu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.

Ji Lan arrived at Nanning Zoo with her twin brother Ji Mei, adapting to a climate-controlled habitat in subtropical Guangxi.

Ji Mei arrived at Nanning Zoo, moving into a climate-controlled habitat designed for the subtropical climate.

Jiao Qing arrived at Berlin Zoo with Meng Meng.

Meng Meng arrived at Berlin Zoo with Jiao Qing.

Aihin gave birth to twin males Dai Dai and Lu Lu in Shaanxi — the first successful cross-subspecies breeding between Sichuan and Qinling pandas.

Xiang Xiang was born at ueno_zoo.

Shin Shin gave birth to a healthy female cub, later named Xiang Xiang (香香). She was the first surviving panda born at Ueno Zoo since 1988 and became a national celebrity in Japan. Xiang Xiang returned to China on February 21, 2023.

Su Su died at age 34 from geriatric multi-organ failure. Her five-generation dynasty of 53 descendants across 18 zoos made her one of the most influential pandas in history.

Mai Mai was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Long Xin.

After being diagnosed with mandibular osteomyelitis in May 2017, Meng Lan underwent intensive treatment including surgery and 10 days of around-the-clock care. His wound healed completely by May 23, and he returned to normal health.

Wu Wen arrived at Ouwehands Zoo in the Netherlands.

Xing Ya arrived at Ouwehands Zoo in the Netherlands.

Infrared camera footage captured Zhang Xiang in Yehe Nature Reserve, Liangshan — over 30 km from her release point. She had migrated between two isolated wild populations (Gongyihai and Shihuiyao), proving rewilded pandas can connect fragmented habitats.

Shuhin was transferred to Shenzhen Safari Park where he continues to reside.

He Yu moved to Dujiangyan Panda Valley for semi-wild training, beginning her preparation for potential wild release under the human-assisted soft release method.

Zhu Li Na debuted with Queen Sofia of Spain.

Ai Hin moved to Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Research Center for cross-subspecies breeding.

Cao Cao was released into Wuyipeng forest and successfully mated with a wild male panda, becoming the first captive panda in history to achieve natural mating with a wild individual.

Ding Ding returned to the China Conservation and Research Center to participate in the national optimized breeding plan after reaching sexual maturity.

Bao Bao returned to China aboard the FedEx Panda Express, settling at the Dujiangyan Base and later Wolong Shenshuping Base.

Qin Qin moved to Xi'an Qinling Wildlife Park for public exhibition, giving visitors their first chance to see Shaanxi's hand-reared panda success story.

Guangzhou Zoo closed its panda house for renovation. Ya Yi and Xing Yi returned to Chengdu temporarily while the facility underwent a complete upgrade.

Zhu Li Na was named at Madrid Zoo.

Meng Meng was born at chengdu_base.