2018 in Panda History

Qin Xin was released into Longxi-Hongkou National Nature Reserve alongside Xiao He Tao — the first captive-born pandas rewilded in the Chengdu area.

He He was officially named "和和" after the character from the animated series "Panda and Little Mole," alongside his sister Mei Mei.

After fracturing his left upper canine, Tuan Tuan received a custom titanium dental crown — the first ever fitted on a giant panda. The procedure marked a milestone in wildlife veterinary dentistry.

After nearly two years on exhibition, Qin Qin returned to the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue Center to begin her breeding career.

Rou Rou graduated from the nursery and moved to Dujiangyan Panda Valley, where she continues to live as a star resident.

He Yu and Xing Chen were officially transferred to the Daxiangling Wild Release Research Base for advanced wild adaptation training, achieving full natural food conversion.

Fu Feng returned to China with her brother Fu Ban — the first pair of overseas-born twin pandas to be repatriated, flying from Vienna via Frankfurt to Chengdu.

Gong Gong and Shun Shun became the first pandas ever to live in Hainan, flying to Haikou and settling at Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park.

Gao Gao returned to Sichuan after 15 years at San Diego Zoo, beginning a month-long quarantine at Dujiangyan Base. He made his first public appearance on December 3.

Shun Shun and Gong Gong became the first giant pandas to settle in Hainan Province.

Man Yue was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.

Dou Dou was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base.

Suhail was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.

Jin Man was born at chengdu_base.

Jin Xiao was born at chengdu_base.

Guangzhou Zoo held a joint "adulthood" birthday celebration for Ya Yi and Xing Yi, marking their transition to adult pandas at 5 years old.

Bai Tian was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, later became Beijing Zoo's "socially anxious" panda.

Ling Yan moved to henan_zhuhai.

Saihin (彩浜) was born weighing only 75g — the smallest cub ever at Adventure World — and required emergency medical intervention before being returned to her mother Rau Hin.

Qiao Qiao moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Yuan Meng moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Run Jiu was born at Chengdu Base, named after the nine stitches from her emergency surgery.

Yuan Run's first cub, a 151.8g female, was born with a neck wound requiring 9 stitches. Named Run Jiu (润九) to symbolize healing and longevity.

Hai Hai was born at hainan_zoo.

Nan Nan was born at hainan_zoo.

Ting Zai was born at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park weighing 166g after a 20-hour labor, the second cub of Ting Ting.

He He was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base alongside twin sister Mei Mei — the first surviving twin cubs born through the wild breeding introduction program, with mother Cao Cao mating in the wild.

Mei Mei was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, a Guinness World Record wild-breeding twin.

Qi Qi was born at Shanghai Wildlife Park, the 14th cub of legendary mother Gong Zhu. Her name means "7-7."

Hui Yi was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.

Ling Lang was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Su Lin.

Long Zai was born at Chimelong, South China's first second-generation panda.

Long Long gave birth to Long Zai after a 132-day gestation — South China's first second-generation panda, proving captive breeding self-sufficiency in the region.

Hua Bao moved to ahtari_zoo.

San You was lifelong adopted by Sichuan Airlines and named "三优" after their code 3U, becoming the mascot of their "Panda Route" international flights.

Jiu Jiu born at CCRCGP, twin of Yi Yi, daughter of Hua Mei.

Yi Yi born at CCRCGP, twin of Jiu Jiu, daughter of Hua Mei.

Zhao Yang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.

Cheng Dui was born at chengdu_base.

Ke Lin gave birth to a 161g male cub Rong Yao after a long labor. The cub was strong and vocal, and Ke Lin showed excellent maternal care.

Ai Lun was born at Chengdu Research Base as the younger twin of the world's first male panda pair of 2018, weighing 136.5g — his round face and short nose quickly made him a fan favorite.

Ai Mi was born at Chengdu Base as the elder twin of the world's first male panda pair of 2018, alongside brother Ai Lun.

Xiang Xiang moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.

Ya Yun gave birth to twin cubs Yun Wen and Yun Wu, demonstrating strong maternal instincts inherited from her mother Ya Ya.

Shun Shun was born at chengdu_base.

Meng Bao was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Meng Yu and sister of Meng Lan.

Meng Yu was born at Chengdu Base alongside twin sister Meng Bao, joining the famous Meng family as full sister of internet star Meng Lan.

Si Nian and his brother Si Yun Yun moved to Xiamen Lingling Animal Kingdom, where he became known for his picky eating and hammock-destroying habits.

A Jie and Ya Jun moved to Ningbo Youngor Zoo. In 2023, they moved into the new "National Treasure Secret Realm" exhibit.

Sa Er and Xi Xi moved to Hohhot Daqingshan Wildlife Park for a three-year educational exhibition.

Jia Pan Pan moved to Calgary Zoo in Canada with his sister Jia Yueyue.

Jia Yueyue moved to Calgary Zoo in Canada.

Cheng Jiu underwent the world's first gastrotomy for acute gastric dilation in a giant panda. After 61 days of critical care including multiple complications, he made a full recovery.

Xing Yu and her brother Xing Yuan moved to Quanzhou Haisi Wildlife World, settling in a 20-million-RMB panda house with pool and garden.

Lumi and Pyry arrived at Ahtari Zoo, becoming Finland's first giant pandas.

Ya Yi and Xing Yi flew back to Guangzhou and moved into the newly renovated panda house with expanded indoor and outdoor spaces.

Hua Bao arrived at Ahtari Zoo in Finland.

Jin Bao Bao arrived at Ahtari Zoo in Finland.

Yuan Meng debuted at Beauval Zoo.

Fu Lai underwent emergency surgery for intestinal obstruction, recovering fully under 24-hour care.

Meng Meng moved to hainan_zoo.

Yuan Zi moved to hainan_zoo.