2025 in Panda History

Ai Lun arrived at Fuzhou Panda World for a five-year science exchange program, entering acclimation at his new home.

Hao Hao returned to China from Pairi Daiza for medical treatment due to health concerns.

Hu Chun gave birth to Indonesia's first panda cub.

Rio, the first giant panda cub born in Indonesia, was born to Hu Chun and Cai Tao. Named by President Prabowo Subianto, his full name Satrio Wiratama means "brave, noble knight."

Gao Gao passed away at 14:30 due to severe pneumonia and multi-organ failure. He had been under 24-hour intensive care after developing respiratory distress and hind limb weakness earlier that day.

Chen Xing (male, outgoing) and Xiao Yue (female, gentle) arrived in Malaysia for a 10-year cooperation program, following Fu Wa and Feng Yi's return in May 2025.

Jia Yueyue celebrated her 10th birthday at Wuxi Zoo with a special song and merchandise.

Keepers prepared special wowotou mooncakes made from bamboo powder, rice flour, and corn flour for Mei Zhu to introduce her to traditional Mid-Autumn Festival customs.

Fu Feng gave birth to her first litter — twins — at the China Conservation and Research Center, continuing the twin tradition from her own historic birth.

The "Guangdong Zoo Tram" (广动号) panda-themed tram launched, featuring Ya Yi's aerial gymnastics image. Guangzhou Zoo's new panda house opened, with Ya Yi, Xing Yi, Jiu Jiu, and You You forming the "National Treasure F4."

Meng Yu and Meng Bao returned to Sichuan to participate in the breeding program, ending their six-year stay at Beijing Zoo.

Jiu Jiu moved to Guangzhou Zoo with You You.

You You moved to Guangzhou Zoo.

Xin Yue returned from Suzhou and settled at Dujiangyan Base.

Zhu Yun returned to Sichuan.

Guangzhou Zoo held a National Games (全运) themed birthday for Ya Yi, featuring bamboo soccer goals, flower-filled bamboo-woven balls, and an ice cake.

Xiao Yi was born at shanghai_zoo.

Qian Jin gave birth to twins Qian Ran and Qian Yi — the first "second-generation" pandas born in Shanghai, marking a milestone for the park's breeding program.

Bao Li spent his first birthday in the United States at the Smithsonian National Zoo, where he enjoys climbing and enrichment activities.

Mei Zhu took part in Chimelong's animal games gymnastics event, demonstrating flexibility and coordination inherited from her mother Meng Meng.

Long Sheng returned to the China Conservation and Research Center after a quarter century visiting six zoos across four provinces, concluding his long exhibition journey.

Cheng Hehua is appointed "Pet Experience Officer" for Hilton Group's "No Matter the Size, We Love You" summer campaign.

Mexico held a week-long celebration for Xin Xin's 35th birthday, issuing 2.4 million commemorative lottery tickets.

Fuhin returned to China from Japan.

Rau Hin (良浜) returned to Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base with three daughters after 24 years at Adventure World.

Rau Hin returned to China with her daughters Saihin (彩浜), Yui Hin (结浜), and Fuhin (枫浜) after 25 years in Japan.

Yuan Yuan gave birth to her third daughter at 1:53 PM, weighing 186 grams with a strong cry. Conceived via artificial insemination guided remotely by CCRCGP experts.

Yui Hin returned to China with 3 other pandas from Adventure World, departing Japan after a farewell ceremony with 3,500 visitors. The flight arrived at Chengdu at 18:51.

Yui Hin departed Adventure World alongside her mother Rau Hin and sisters Saihin and Fuhin, with 3,500 fans attending the farewell. She arrived in Chengdu at 18:51, completing the Hama Family's repatriation.

Ling Lang Cub was born at wolong_base.

Ling Lang gave birth to a cub at Wolong Shenshuping Base, the first CCRCGP panda cub of 2025.

Mei Zhu celebrated her first birthday at Chimelong, receiving a symbolic "household registration booklet" and the "Miracle Continuation Award." In the zhua Zhou ceremony, she chose the carrot key. Weight reached 27.1 kg.

Ya Yi passed a comprehensive health assessment conducted by an expert team from the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, confirming her good health.

Bao Di moved to Wenzhou Zoo for 5-year exchange.

Bao Mei moved to Wenzhou Zoo with Bao Di.

Ocean Park announced the official name "加加" (Ga Ga) for the female twin. She, her brother De De, and mother Ying Ying moved to an expanded habitat, where Ga Ga began exploring climbing structures and mimicking bamboo eating, now weighing over 21 kg.

Liang Liang departed Zoo Negara after 11 years, returning to China.

Liang Liang departed Malaysia and returned to China after the conclusion of the Sino-Malaysian panda agreement. A farewell ceremony was held at Kuala Lumpur International Airport.

After 11 years in Malaysia, Xing Xing and Liang Liang returned to China following the end of their 10-year conservation loan agreement.

Bao Li moved to smithsonian_national_zoo.

Qing Bao moved to smithsonian_national_zoo.

Jia Yueyue arrived at Wuxi Zoo for a five-year educational exhibit.

Lu Lu passed away at Wolong Shenshuping Base.

Ga Ga and De De appeared together in public with mother Ying Ying at Ocean Park Hong Kong, giving visitors their first chance to see the complete family.

Ocean Park's naming competition for the twin panda cubs closed with over 35,700 submissions from Hong Kong residents, reflecting the city's deep affection for its first home-grown pandas.

Ga Ga, at approximately 11 kg, made her first public appearance at Ocean Park Hong Kong, drawing large crowds eager to see Hong Kong's first home-grown panda.

Ei Mei (Yong Ming), legendary father of the Ham Family, passed away at age 32.

After a 30-day quarantine and small-scale member previews, Bao Li officially debuted alongside Qing Bao at the Smithsonian's panda house opening ceremony.

Qing Bao made her public debut at Smithsonian National Zoo.

Gu Gu, "Beijing Zoo Security Captain," died from age-related heart and liver failure.