China Panda Timeline
Explore all panda events, updates, and milestones from China. This timeline includes birth announcements, conservation activities, and significant moments for pandas in this country.
Country Overview
Locations with Events
Beijing Zoo
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
Chongqing Zoo
Dalian Forest Zoo
China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda Dujiangyan Base
Fuzhou Panda World
Chimelong Safari Park
Guangzhou Zoo
Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park and Botanical Garden
Hangzhou Zoo
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom
Jinan Zoo
Kunming Zoo
Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo
Nanning Zoo
Qinling Panda Research Center
Qinling Four Rare Animals Science Park
Shanghai Wildlife Park
Shanghai Zoo
Shenzhen Safari Park
Wenzhou Zoo
Wild Habitat (Minshan/Qionglai)
Fuping Wild Panda Habitat (Qinling)
Wolong Shenshuping Panda Base
Wolong Hetaoping Wild Training Base
Wolong Hetaoping Base of China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
Wuhan Zoo
Ya'an Bifengxia Base of China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
All Events in China
949 eventsTing Zai and Jia He Fall Ill at Chimelong
Ting Zai showed loss of appetite, lethargy, coughing and fever. A multidisciplinary team including China Agricultural University and Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital treated him. His condition stabilized.
Jia He Dies from Chlamydia Infection
Jia He (家和,
Qi Zai Participates in International Rare Species Day
Qi Zai participated in International Rare Species Day activities at Qinling Sibao Science Park, serving as an ambassador for rare species conservation.
Jia Mei's Cub Dies from Tongue Root Swelling
Jia Mei's cub, born August 28, 2025, died from acute respiratory distress syndrome caused by tongue root swelling despite 60+ hours of intensive care.
Xiang Guo dies from mesenteric torsion
Xiang Guo passed away from mesenteric torsion despite emergency veterinary care.
Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei Return from Japan
Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei returned from Ueno Zoo to China, leaving Japan with zero pandas for the first time since 1972.
Xiao Xiao Returns to China
Xiao Xiao returned to China from Japan.
Ai Lun Debuts at Renovated Fuzhou Panda World
Ai Lun made his public debut at the newly renovated Fuzhou Panda World as part of the "Panda Dream Team," sharing Hall 1 with Rong Yao.
Ai Lun Transferred to Fuzhou Panda World
Ai Lun arrived at Fuzhou Panda World for a five-year science exchange program, entering acclimation at his new home.
Gao Gao Dies at Age 33
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.
Mei Zhu Celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with Wowotou Mooncakes
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.
Ya Yi Joins "National Treasure F4" — New Exhibit Opens
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 Returns to Sichuan
Meng Yu and Meng Bao returned to Sichuan to participate in the breeding program, ending their six-year stay at Beijing Zoo.
Jiu Jiu Moves to Guangzhou Zoo
Jiu Jiu moved to Guangzhou Zoo with You You.
You You Moves to Guangzhou Zoo
You You moved to Guangzhou Zoo.
Xin Yue returns to Sichuan
Xin Yue returned from Suzhou and settled at Dujiangyan Base.
Ya Yi 12th Birthday — National Games Theme
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.
Qian Jin Gives Birth to Shanghai's First Second-Generation Panda Twins
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.
Mei Zhu Participates in Animal Games Gymnastics
Mei Zhu took part in Chimelong's animal games gymnastics event, demonstrating flexibility and coordination inherited from her mother Meng Meng.
Long Sheng Returns to CCRCGP
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 Appointed Hilton Group's Pet Experience Officer
Cheng Hehua is appointed "Pet Experience Officer" for Hilton Group's "No Matter the Size, We Love You" summer campaign.
Rau Hin returned to China
Rau Hin (良浜) returned to Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base with three daughters after 24 years at Adventure World.
Rau Hin Returns to China
Rau Hin returned to China with her daughters Saihin (彩浜), Yui Hin (结浜), and Fuhin (枫浜) after 25 years in Japan.
Yui Hin Returns to China
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 Returns to China
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 gives birth to first cub of 2025
Ling Lang gave birth to a cub at Wolong Shenshuping Base, the first CCRCGP panda cub of 2025.
Mei Zhu First Birthday — "Household Registration" & Zhua Zhou Ceremony
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 Passes Health Assessment by Chengdu Base Experts
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 Moves to Wenzhou Zoo
Bao Di moved to Wenzhou Zoo for 5-year exchange.
Bao Mei Moves to Wenzhou Zoo
Bao Mei moved to Wenzhou Zoo with Bao Di.
Liang Liang returned to China
Liang Liang departed Zoo Negara after 11 years, returning to China.
Liang Liang Returns 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.
Xing Xing returns to China
After 11 years in Malaysia, Xing Xing and Liang Liang returned to China following the end of their 10-year conservation loan agreement.
Ei Mei Passes Away at Chengdu Base
Ei Mei (Yong Ming), legendary father of the Ham Family, passed away at age 32.
Gu Gu dies at 25
Gu Gu, "Beijing Zoo Security Captain," died from age-related heart and liver failure.
Jin Bao Bao Returns to China
Jin Bao Bao returned to China from Finland.
Wang Wang and Fu Ni Return to China
After 15 years in Australia, Wang Wang and Fu Ni returned to China and entered quarantine at the Wolong Shenshuping Base.
Meng Lan Climbs Enclosure Again, Zoo Installs Acrylic Barrier
Meng Lan climbed the enclosure wall again. The zoo installed temporary iron sheeting, then upgraded to transparent acrylic panels by October 21 to prevent further escapes while maintaining visitor sightlines.
Lun Lun Returns to China
Lun Lun returned to China with Yang Yang and their twin daughters Ya Lun and Xi Lun after 25 years abroad.
Po returned to China
Po repatriated to China alongside Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, and Xi Lun, ending Atlanta's 25-year panda program.
Ya Lun returned to China
Ya Lun returned to China with her parents and twin sister, ending Zoo Atlanta's 25-year panda program.
Ri Ri returned to China
Ri Ri (比力) returned to China alongside Shin Shin (仙女). They departed Tokyo Narita on a chartered cargo flight and arrived at CCRCGP's Ya'an Bifengxia Base for retirement.
Shin Shin returns to China
Shin Shin (仙女) and her mate Ri Ri (比力) were repatriated to China from Ueno Zoo due to age-related hypertension. They arrived at CCRCGP's Ya'an Bifengxia Base for quarantine and retirement after 13 years in Japan.
Rui Bao transferred to chengdu_base
Rui Bao moved to chengdu_base.
Yang Yang Returns to China from Austria
Yang Yang returned to China after 21 years in Austria.
Cheng Hehua Begins Independent Living
Hua Hua begins independent living arrangements, separating from twin sister He Ye as part of normal developmental progression at Chengdu Base.
Ya Yi 11th Birthday Flower Wall
Ya Yi received a birthday flower wall made entirely of flowers, fruits, and vegetables for her 11th birthday at Guangzhou Zoo.
Fu Ru dies from GI hemorrhage
After five days of intensive care including platelet transfusions and anti-infection therapy by a multi-hospital team, Fu Ru died from hemorrhagic shock due to GI bleeding, complicated by coagulation dysfunction.
Ting Zai Celebrates 6th Birthday
Ting Zai celebrated his 6th birthday at Chimelong with an ice bed cooling station and parallel bar enrichment toys.
Meng Lan 9th Birthday MV Released
Meng Lan's 9th birthday was celebrated with the release of the music video "Meng San San Tai Zi" by pandapia, featuring footage from his Chengdu years and Beijing Zoo life.
Birth of Mei Zhu — First Descendant of Panda Triplets
Mei Zhu (妹珠), the first offspring of the world's only surviving giant panda triplets "Meng Shuai Ku," was born at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park weighing 178 grams.
Tong Tong dies from gastric obstruction
Tong Tong died from gastric pyloric obstruction leading to multi-organ failure.
Birth of Qing Bao
Qing Bao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Jiao Zi Passes Away
Jiao Zi, China's first socially adopted panda and the mother of Chengdu's first triplet birth, passed away at age 28.
Fan Xing Moves to Hai Gui Yuan
After completing quarantine and acclimation, Fan Xing moved to the visitor-accessible Overseas Returned Pandas section at Ya'an Bifengxia Base.
Cheng Hehua Appointed Honorary Director of Chengdu Culture and Tourism Bureau
Cheng Hehua becomes the first panda appointed Honorary Director of Chengdu Culture and Tourism Bureau, continuing her duties of eating bamboo and being adorable.
Fu Bao Returns to China
Fu Bao returned to China from Korea.
Qing Ci dies from intestinal obstruction
Qing Ci died from a rare intestinal obstruction with intussusception, the first such case at CCRCGP.
Bing Xing Returns to China from Spain
Bing Xing returned to China after 17 years in Spain.
Hua Zui Ba Returns to China from Spain
Hua Zui Ba returned to China after 17 years in Spain.
Wu Jun returns to Bifengxia
Wu Jun ended his six-year exhibition in Tai'an and returned to Ya'an Bifengxia Base.
Cheng Hehua Accidentally Left Outside Enclosure Overnight
On New Year's Eve, Hua Hua is accidentally left outside her enclosure overnight. Chengdu Base terminates the responsible keeper's contract and confirms Hua Hua's health is normal after a full examination.
Cheng Hehua Appears at CCTV Spring Festival Gala
Cheng Hehua appears as a special guest at the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, reaching millions of viewers nationwide.
Le Le Returns to China
Le Le departed Singapore aboard a Singapore Airlines cargo flight at 7:15 PM, arriving in Chengdu that same evening. After quarantine at Huaying Mountain, he moved to the Dujiangyan Base in February 2024.
Birth of Hua Bao
Hua Bao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jin Baobao
Jin Baobao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jiu Jiu
Jiu Jiu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Su Yang
Su Yang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xi Xi
Xi Xi was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Ya Xiang
Ya Xiang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Zhu Ling
Zhu Ling was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Yang Guang and Tian Tian Return to China
After 12 years in Scotland, Yang Guang and Tian Tian returned to China and entered quarantine at the Ya'an Bifengxia Base.
Ai Hin Returns to Chengdu Base
Ai Hin returned to the Chengdu Research Base from the Qinling Panda Research Center, completing a full circle journey across Japan, Shaanxi, and Sichuan.
Birth of Jia Hua
Jia Hua was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Birth of Kang Hua
Kang Hua was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Jia He Transferred to Guangzhou Chimelong as Mate for Meng Meng
Jia He was selected as the "live-in son-in-law" for Meng Meng, the eldest of the world's only surviving panda triplets. He was transferred from Wolong Shenshuping to Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park for breeding.
Mei Xiang Returns to China
Mei Xiang, Tian Tian, and Xiao Qi Ji returned to China aboard FedEx Panda Express, landing at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport after 23 years in the US.
Mei Xiang returns to China
After 23 years, Mei Xiang returned to China with Tian Tian and Xiao Qi Ji.
Xiao Qi Ji Returns to China
Xiao Qi Ji returned to China from the US.
Birth of Liang Yun
Liang Yun was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Xing Yun Second
Xing Yun Second was born at dalian_zoo.
Meng Lan Injures Left Front Paw
Keepers discovered blood on the enclosure climbing frame. A bamboo splinter had cut Meng Lan's left front paw pad. Veterinarians cleaned and disinfected the wound, and he recovered normally.
Birth of Jia Yun
Jia Yun was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Birth of Kang Yun
Kang Yun was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Birth of Bao Xing Second
Bao Xing Second was born at shanghai_zoo.
Birth of Mei Xing Second
Mei Xing Second was born at shanghai_zoo.
Fan Xing Returns to China
Fan Xing departed Ouwehands Zoo with a farewell ceremony featuring lion and dragon dances, as hundreds of Dutch fans bid her goodbye. She arrived at the China Conservation and Research Center the same day.
Birth of Liang Xing
Liang Xing was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Xing Xing Third
Xing Xing Third was born at dalian_zoo.
Shuang Shuang Adopted by Weilong
Shuang Shuang and his twin Chong Chong were lifelong adopted by Weilong (卫龙), renamed "霸小宝" and "道小贝."
Yi Yi Returns to China
Yi Yi returned to China from Malaysia.
Ya Yi 10th Birthday Livestream
Ya Yi's 10th birthday celebration was livestreamed across multiple platforms, attracting over 10,000 participants.
Birth of Jia Xing
Jia Xing was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Birth of Kang Xing
Kang Xing was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Xiang Guo moves to Hangzhou Zoo
Xiang Guo and Chun Sheng arrived at Hangzhou Zoo for a three-year educational exhibition.
Cheng Hehua Becomes China's Top Internet Celebrity Panda
The hashtag "熊猫和花" tops trending lists as Cheng Hehua becomes China's most famous internet celebrity panda.
Birth of Liang Ning
Liang Ning was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Xing Ning
Xing Ning was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Jia Ning
Jia Ning was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Birth of Kang Ning
Kang Ning was born at fuzhou_panda_world.
Gong Zhu dies from lymphoma
Gong Zhu passed away from systemic malignant lymphoma at approximately 25 years of age.
Cheng Hehua Featured in Chengdu Universiade Promotional Video
Hua Hua appears in the promotional video "New Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains: Dynamic Sichuan" for the 31st Chengdu Summer Universiade, sharing screen time with keeper Tan Grandpa.
Birth of Xiao Guang
Xiao Guang was born at shanghai_zoo.
Birth of Xue Snow
Xue Snow was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xing Rong
Xing Rong was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xing Ya Jr.
Xing Ya Jr. was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Yun Yan
Yun Yan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Mang Cancan
Mang Cancan was born at Chongqing Zoo, the fifth cub of Mang Zai.
Birth of Mang Mang
Mang Mang was born at chongqing_zoo.
Mang Zai gives birth to Mang Cancan
Mang Zai gave birth to a single male cub weighing 191g — the heaviest newborn panda ever recorded at Chongqing Zoo. The cub was later named Mang Cancan via online poll in January 2024.
Cheng Hehua's Third Birthday and Rising Fame
Cheng Hehua's third birthday celebration attracts massive crowds and viral social media content.
Meng Lan Celebrates 8th Birthday at Beijing Zoo
Beijing Zoo prepared a custom cake and decorated enclosure for Meng Lan's 8th birthday celebration, attended by fans and media.
Xiu Qiu Transferred to Chengdu Base
Xiu Qiu moved to the Chengdu Research Base, where she currently resides.
Visitor pours water on Yuan Run
A male visitor poured bottled water on Yuan Run in Villa 1. He was banned for life from both the Chengdu Base and Panda Valley.
Le Le's remains returned to China
Le Le's remains arrived at Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Serum and semen samples were also repatriated for research.
Ya Ya Returns to China
Ya Ya returned to China after 20 years at Memphis Zoo.
Cheng Hehua Becomes Internet Celebrity
Videos of Cheng Hehua went viral across China.
Bing Bing dies at 36
Bing Bing, the round-faced matriarch of the Chengdu Base, died at 36 years old.
Ya Yi Drinks Discarded Visitor Beverage — Public Discussion
Ya Yi found and drank from a discarded visitor beverage in her enclosure. The incident sparked public discussion about visitor conduct and the zoo later strengthened enforcement of rules against dropping items into panda enclosures.
Tourists pour water on Fu Wan
Three visitors poured water on Fu Wan, causing her to retreat in fear. Keepers intervened immediately. The base later announced a visitor blacklist system and physical barrier upgrades.
Ei Mei Returns to China from Japan
Ei Mei returned to China after 29 years in Japan.
Sakura Hin Returns to China
Sakura Hin returned to China with her father Eimei and twin sister Tou Hin after a farewell ceremony attended by 2,000 Japanese fans at Adventure World.
Tou Hin returned to China
Tou Hin returned to China with her father Eimei and sister Sakura Hin.
Sakura Hin returned to China
Sakura Hin returned to China with her father Eimei and sister Tou Hin.
Death of Qing Qing
Qing Qing died at Chengdu Base at age 38, one of the oldest pandas ever recorded. Her legacy as the "Hero Mother" of the captive population — 13 cubs, 9 litters, all self-raised — remains unmatched.
Fu Wan named as part of Class of 2022
Fu Wan was publicly introduced as one of 15 "Class of 2022" cubs at the Chengdu Research Base. Her name — Fu Wan (福菀) — was announced alongside her cohort.
Birth of Hua Yun Second
Hua Yun Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Yun Third
Xing Yun Third was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Ai Hin Gives Birth at Qinling Center
On National Day 2022, Ai Hin gave birth to a 200g cub at the Qinling Panda Research Center. The cub grew strong under her attentive care, reaching 4.3kg within weeks.
Birth of Hua Xing Second
Hua Xing Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Xing Fourth
Xing Xing Fourth was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Fu Ru
Fu Ru was born at the Moon Delivery Room as the healthy twin of Fu Wan, to mother Fu Lu. She was a member of the Ying Ying family.
Birth of Fu Wan
Fu Wan was born at the Chengdu Research Base to mother Fu Lu. She was later diagnosed with a congenital spinal condition causing hind limb paralysis.
Le Le transferred to Foping Base
Le Le moved to Foping Panda Conservation and Breeding Research Base.
Birth of Pei Pei
Pei Pei was born at Qinling Panda Research Center, known for his big ears and dancing.
Ya Yi 9th Birthday with Primary School Students
Guangzhou Zoo invited students from Guangzhou Zhongxing Primary School to join Ya Yi and Xing Yi's 9th birthday celebration, preparing special enrichment treats.
Birth of An Bao
An Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, later became the first panda to receive brain shunt surgery.
Birth of Zhong Zhong
Zhong Zhong was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of An Bao.
Le Le transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Le Le moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Dong Dong
Dong Dong was born at shanghai_zoo.
Birth of Hua Ning Second
Hua Ning Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Ning Second
Xing Ning Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Guang Second
Xing Guang Second was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Yu Ai
Yu Ai was born at Chongqing Zoo, daughter of Canada's Er Shun.
Birth of Yu Ke
Yu Ke was born at Chongqing Zoo, twin brother of Yu Ai and son of Canada's Er Shun.
Birth of Jin Xiao Wen
Jin Xiao Wen was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jin Xiao Wu
Jin Xiao Wu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Bei Xia
Bei Xia was born at Chengdu Base, the "one-armed panda" who overcame adversity.
Birth of Hua Bao
Hua Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin brother of Fu Jiang.
Birth of Jia Xin
Jia Xin was born at Chengdu Base, daughter of wild-rescued Jia Yuan.
Cheng Hehua's Second Birthday Celebration
Cheng Hehua celebrates her second birthday at the base's juvenile panda garden with her twin sister He Ye.
Birth of Huan Cai
Huan Cai was born at Chengdu Base, son of Atlanta-born Mei Huan.
Birth of Qing Ci
Qing Ci was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Bo Si.
Birth of Zheng Yu
Zheng Yu was born at Chengdu Base, son of Ya Yun and part of the Class of 2022.
Birth of Jiao Yi
Jiao Yi was born at Chengdu Base, the first cub of 2022, with his signature "antenna" tuft.
Sheng Yi transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Sheng Yi moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Ya Song Adopted by Oreo
Ya Song was lifelong adopted by Oreo (Mondelez) as "Little Oreo," joining Ao Li Ao as the brand's panda ambassadors.
Cheng Feng Moves to Dujiangyan Panda Valley
Cheng Feng moved to Dujiangyan Panda Valley.
Qing Bao Named on World Wildlife Day
Qing Bao was named as the 9th World Wildlife Day spokes-panda.
Ai Lun Appointed Sichuan Tourism Mascot
Sichuan Province officially appointed Ai Lun as provincial tourism mascot "An Yi" (安逸) at a naming ceremony, where he received his official name badge from the department director.
Qi Zhen and Qi Bao Named at 100 Days
Qi Zhen and Qi Bao were officially named at their 100-day celebration, receiving the names "奇珍" and "奇宝."
Ji Xiao Moves to Adult Enclosure
Ji Xiao moved to the adult enclosure alongside Cheng Feng and Cheng Lang.
Meng Lan Escapes Enclosure at Beijing Zoo
Meng Lan stepped on a red exercise ball, grabbed a spray pipe, and climbed over the 2-meter enclosure wall into the buffer zone. Keepers lured him back with food, and he was unharmed.
Birth of Lin Feng
Lin Feng was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of You You
You You was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, nicknamed "Little Mud Ball."
Xiu Qiu Gives Birth to You You
Xiu Qiu gave birth to daughter You You, who later became internet-famous as the "Little Mud Ball" due to her mother's active relocation style.
Birth of Qi Bao
Qi Bao was born at Chongqing Zoo, twin of Qi Zhen and son of Hao Qi.
Birth of Qi Zhen (Chongqing)
Qi Zhen was born at Chongqing Zoo, twin of Qi Bao, daughter of Hao Qi (named by Nobel laureate Samuel Ting).
Birth of Qing Zai
Qing Zai (青仔/美年达, sb1374), twin brother of Qing Bao, was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Jia Mei (家美) and father Qing Qing (青青).
Xiao Qi Ji transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Xiao Qi Ji moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xiao Shuang Second
Xiao Shuang Second was born at nanjing_zoo.
Birth of Huan Huan Jr.
Huan Huan Jr. was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Yi Lan born at Wolong
Yi Lan (also known as Shu Chang) born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of Shun Chang.
Birth of Bing Bao
Bing Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin of Bing Zai. He became World Wildlife Day spokes-panda and "Supermodel of the Panda World."
Birth of Qing Hua
Qing Hua was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of Qing Lu.
Birth of Qing Lu
Qing Lu was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of Qing Hua.
Bao Bao Gives Birth to Twins Bao Li and Bao Yuan
Bao Bao gave birth to twin cubs Bao Li and Bao Yuan at Wolong Shenshuping Base.
Birth of Bao Li
Bao Li was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Bao Bao, who was herself born at the Smithsonian National Zoo.
Birth of Bao Bao Second
Bao Bao Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Le Le Second
Le Le Second was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Ya Song
Ya Song was born at Chengdu Base, youngest sister of Ya Zhu and Ya Yun. Nicknamed "Little Oreo."
Birth of Hua Yue
Hua Yue was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Yue
Xing Yue was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Xing Guang
Xing Guang was born at shanghai_zoo.
Fu Bao transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Fu Bao moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qiao Lang
Qiao Lang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xiao Xiongmao
Xiao Xiongmao was born at beijing_zoo.
A Bao gives birth to Bao Xin
A Bao gave birth to her third cub, Bao Xin.
Birth of Jiao Ao
Jiao Ao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xing Yun
Xing Yun was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Meng Xin
Meng Xin was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xing Xing
Xing Xing was born at Chongqing Zoo, twin of Chen Chen.
Chen Chen born
Chen Chen born at Chongqing Zoo, twin of Xing Xing, son of Mang Zai and Jin Ke.
Mang Zai gives birth to twin sons
Mang Zai gave birth to twin males Xing Xing and Chen Chen (161g and 151g), named in tribute to China's aerospace workers. Conceived via natural mating with Jin Ke on February 3, 2021.
Ke Lin Dies from Brain Tumor
Ke Lin died from glioblastoma multiforme — the first confirmed case of a malignant brain tumor in captive giant panda history. She collapsed suddenly on January 3 and passed away on January 6 despite intensive care.
Birth of Qiang Qiang
Qiang Qiang was born at Chengdu Base on Double Ninth Festival, adopted by "Study Strong."
Ling Yan transferred to Luanchuan
Ling Yan and Mai Mai moved to Luanchuan Bamboo Sea Wildlife Park in Henan.
Mai Mai transferred to Luanchuan
Mai Mai and Ling Yan moved to Luanchuan Bamboo Sea Wildlife Park.
Cheng Hehua Makes Public Debut
Cheng Hehua makes her first public debut at Chengdu Base, drawing significant media attention.
Qian Bao transferred to Shijiazhuang Zoo
Qian Bao moved to Shijiazhuang Zoo, where his acrobatic skills made him a star attraction.
Death of Lei Lei
Lei Lei passed away at approximately 31 years old from seizures and respiratory failure at the CCRCGP.
Birth of Jin Shuang
Jin Shuang was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Madrid's Jin Xi.
Jin Xi born at Chengdu
Jin Xi born at Chengdu Research Base, twin of Jin Shuang.
Meng Yuan transferred to chengdu_base
Meng Yuan moved to chengdu_base.
Birth of Qin Yun
Qin Yun was born at Qinling Research Center, the "Drama Queen Princess."
Birth of Jin Dou
Jin Dou was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Bao Bao Gives Birth to Dun Dun
Bao Bao gave birth to her first cub, Dun Dun (also known as Lan Yun), at Wolong Shenshuping Base.
Birth of Dun Dun
Dun Dun was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, daughter of Smithsonian-born Bao Bao.
A Bao returns to Chengdu Base
A Bao returned to Chengdu Base after his Huai'an exhibition.
Cheng Hehua Adopted by Guangdong Sibao
Cheng Hehua is adopted by Guangdong Sibao Stainless Steel Products Co. and given the corporate name "Sibao" (思宝) and "Pan Ao" (盼奥).
Birth of Xiang Guo
Xiang Guo was born at Chengdu Research Base to mother Xiang Bing and father Gong Zai.
Jin Bao transferred to beijing_zoo
Jin Bao moved to beijing_zoo.
Ya Guang Returns to Sichuan
Ya Guang returned to Chengdu Research Base after a decade at Wenzhou Zoo, due to agreement expiration and enclosure renovation needs.
Birth of Hang Bao
Hang Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base on the day of the Beidou satellite launch.
Birth of Ai Jiu (2020)
Ai Jiu was born at Chengdu Base, weighing 219g — the heaviest newborn in the base's history.
Yuan Run gives birth to Run Yue
Yuan Run gave birth to a healthy 172.6g daughter, displaying strong maternal instincts. The cub was named Run Yue (润玥).
Qing Feng transferred to Fenghuang
Qing Feng joined 7 other pandas at Fenghuang China Panda Garden in Hunan.
Li Dui transferred to Fenghuang
Li Dui and 7 other pandas moved to Fenghuang China Panda Garden in Hunan.
Yu Lei transferred to Fenghuang
Yu Lei and 7 other pandas moved to Fenghuang China Panda Garden.
Qing Cheng transferred to Anshan
Qing Cheng and A Ling moved to Anshan 219 Zoo in Liaoning.
An Xin transferred to henan_zhuhai
An Xin moved to henan_zhuhai.
Yi Xin transferred to henan_zhuhai
Yi Xin moved to henan_zhuhai.
Mao Tao Survives Duodenal Obstruction Surgery
Mao Tao underwent the world's first duodenal obstruction surgery in a giant panda. After 36 hours of post-operative care for metabolic shock, he made a full recovery — a landmark case in panda veterinary medicine.
Jia Pan Pan returned to China
Jia Pan Pan returned to China and arrived at Chengdu Research Base.
Jia Yueyue returned to China
Jia Yueyue returned to China and arrived at Chengdu Research Base.
Ji Lan Transferred to Nanning Zoo
Ji Lan and her twin brother Ji Mei moved to Nanning Zoo, debuting to the public on January 15, 2020.
Ji Xiao Adopted by Jiang Zhong
Ji Xiao was adopted by Jiang Zhong食疗 company and renamed "Xi Xi" (稀稀).
Meng Yu Transferred to Beijing Zoo
Meng Yu made her public debut at Beijing Zoo's Olympic Pavilion after a month of quarantine, joining her brother Meng Lan and other pandas.
Birth of Liu Liu
Liu Liu was born at Chengdu Base, twin sister of Shun Shun.
Qing Qing Named as Part of "Four Happy Meatballs"
Qing Qing was officially named alongside Xi Xi, Shuang Shuang, and Chong Chong at the 100-day naming ceremony — their names forming the phrase "双重喜庆" (Double Happiness Celebration).
Xi Xi Named as Part of "Four Happy Meatballs"
Xi Xi and the three other cubs were officially named "Shuang Shuang, Chong Chong, Xi Xi, Qing Qing" at their 100-day naming ceremony — together forming the famous "Four Happy Meatballs."
Birth of Jin Bao
Jin Bao was born at Chengdu Base, later became famous for his fluffy "bun hair."
Birth of Ya Ya
Ya Ya was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, daughter of Su Shan. She would later become the city mascot of Ya'an.
Birth of He Sheng
He Sheng was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of He Xing
He Xing was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Thuraya
Thuraya was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Nan Xiang
Nan Xiang was born at hainan_zoo.
Birth of Zhu Yu
Zhu Yu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xiao Liang
Xiao Liang was born at dalian_zoo.
Birth of Yue Guang
Yue Guang was born at dalian_zoo.
A Bao gives birth to record-weight twins
A Bao gave birth to the heaviest newborn captive panda twins, Bao Ge and Bao Mei.
Birth of Bao Ge
Bao Ge was born at Chengdu Base, the heaviest newborn captive panda twin on record.
Birth of Bao Mei (Chengdu)
Bao Mei was born at Chengdu Base weighing 209g — one half of the heaviest newborn captive panda twin pair on record, alongside brother Bao Ge (211.6g).
Birth of Hua Bao Second
Hua Bao Second was born at qinling_park.
Birth of An An (HK)
An An was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Lin Bing.
Birth of Wen Wen
Wen Wen was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, named as Wenchuan's tourism ambassador.
Jin Du Du born
Jin Du Du born at CCRCGP, twin of Meng Meng, daughter of Hua Mei.
Meng Meng born
Meng Meng born at CCRCGP, twin of Jin Du Du, daughter of Hua Mei.
Zhao Yang transferred to beijing_zoo
Zhao Yang moved to beijing_zoo.
Birth of Chong Chong
Chong Chong was born at Chongqing Zoo, part of the historic "Four Treasures" twin pair.
Birth of Qing Qing
Qing Qing was born at Chongqing Zoo as one of two sets of twins born on the same day — a first in the zoo's 60-year history. She and her sister Xi Xi complete the "Four Happy Meatballs."
Birth of Shuang Shuang
Shuang Shuang was born at Chongqing Zoo as one of two sets of twins born on the same day — a first in the zoo's 60-year history.
Birth of Xi Xi
Xi Xi was born at Chongqing Zoo as one of two sets of twins born on the same day — a first in the zoo's 60-year history. She was named through a global naming contest.
Birth of Xing Xing Jr.
Xing Xing Jr. was born at chongqing_zoo.
Mang Zai gives birth to twin daughters
Mang Zai gave birth to twin females, named Xi Xi (喜喜) and Qing Qing (庆庆) — her first litter.
Cheng Lan born — world's lightest panda
Cheng Lan born at Chengdu Base at 42.8g — the lightest newborn panda in recorded history, daughter of Yun Hui and Mei Lan.
Li Li transferred to fuzhou_panda_world
Li Li moved to fuzhou_panda_world.
Shun Shun transferred to fuzhou_panda_world
Shun Shun moved to fuzhou_panda_world.
Xiao Liwu transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Xiao Liwu returned to China with his mother Bai Yun.
Ya Ya returns to Chengdu Base for retirement
Ya Ya returned to Chengdu Base after living at another facility, retiring from public display.
Dai Dai, Ai Hin's Cross-Subspecies Cub, Dies
Dai Dai (带带, studbook
Yi Yi transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Yi Yi moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Rou Rou moves to Dujiangyan Panda Valley
Rou Rou graduated from the nursery and moved to Dujiangyan Panda Valley, where she continues to live as a star resident.
He Yu Transferred to Daxiangling Wild Release Base
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 Returns to China
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.
Gao Gao Returns to China
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.
Birth of Suhail
Suhail was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jin Man
Jin Man was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Jin Xiao
Jin Xiao was born at chengdu_base.
Ya Yi Celebrates 5th Birthday — Adulthood Ceremony
Guangzhou Zoo held a joint "adulthood" birthday celebration for Ya Yi and Xing Yi, marking their transition to adult pandas at 5 years old.
Birth of Bai Tian
Bai Tian was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, later became Beijing Zoo's "socially anxious" panda.
Ling Yan transferred to henan_zhuhai
Ling Yan moved to henan_zhuhai.
Qiao Qiao transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Qiao Qiao moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Yuan Meng transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Yuan Meng moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Run Jiu
Run Jiu was born at Chengdu Base, named after the nine stitches from her emergency surgery.
Yuan Run gives birth to Run Jiu
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.
Birth of Ting Zai
Ting Zai was born at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park weighing 166g after a 20-hour labor, the second cub of Ting Ting.
Birth of Mei Mei
Mei Mei was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, a Guinness World Record wild-breeding twin.
Birth of Qi Qi
Qi Qi was born at Shanghai Wildlife Park, the 14th cub of legendary mother Gong Zhu. Her name means "7-7."
Birth of Ling Lang
Ling Lang was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Su Lin.
Birth of Long Zai
Long Zai was born at Chimelong, South China's first second-generation panda.
Long Long Gives Birth to Long Zai
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.
San You Adopted by Sichuan Airlines
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.
Yi Yi born at CCRCGP, twin of Jiu Jiu, daughter of Hua Mei.
Birth of Zhao Yang
Zhao Yang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Ke Lin Gives Birth to Rong Yao
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.
Birth of Ai Lun
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.
Birth of Ai Mi
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 transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Xiang Xiang moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Ya Yun Gives Birth to Yun Wen and Yun Wu
Ya Yun gave birth to twin cubs Yun Wen and Yun Wu, demonstrating strong maternal instincts inherited from her mother Ya Ya.
Birth of Meng Bao
Meng Bao was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Meng Yu and sister of Meng Lan.
Birth of Meng Yu
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.
Sa Er moves to Hohhot
Sa Er and Xi Xi moved to Hohhot Daqingshan Wildlife Park for a three-year educational exhibition.
Ya Yi Returns to Upgraded Guangzhou Zoo
Ya Yi and Xing Yi flew back to Guangzhou and moved into the newly renovated panda house with expanded indoor and outdoor spaces.
Fu Lai Undergoes Intestinal Obstruction Surgery
Fu Lai underwent emergency surgery for intestinal obstruction, recovering fully under 24-hour care.
Meng Meng transferred to hainan_zoo
Meng Meng moved to hainan_zoo.
Rou Rou enters giant panda kindergarten
Rou Rou entered the Giant Panda Kindergarten, beginning group life alongside other cubs after finally mastering standing.
Jia Yuan rescued from villager's home
Jia Yuan, a severely malnourished wild panda, was rescued from a villager's home in Hongya County.
Birth of Qian Jin
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).
Meng Lan Transferred to Beijing Zoo
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.
Birth of Yu Lei
Yu Lei was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Cui Cui.
Ya Lun transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Ya Lun moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jing Bao
Jing Bao was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Ge Ge.
Man Lan transferred to henan_zhuhai
Man Lan moved to henan_zhuhai.
Birth of Ling Yan
Ling Yan was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, later becoming a viral internet celebrity.
Birth of Qing Cheng
Qing Cheng was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Fei Fei.
Fu Ban transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Fu Ban moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Fu Feng transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Fu Feng moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qian Bao
Qian Bao was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base to mother Jin Xin.
Birth of Zhen Sheng
Zhen Sheng was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, twin sister of Qian Bao.
Birth of Xing An
Xing An was born at Wolong Shenshuping Base, known as "Zhen Bu Gao Xing" for his grumpy face.
Birth of San You
San You was born at Chengdu Base's Moon Nursery, daughter of Qi Zhen, weighing 168g — her sixth litter.
Ya Xing returned from wild training
Ya Xing returned to Chengdu Base after completing two years of wild training at Dujiangyan Panda Valley.
Wu Yi Moves to Panda Valley
Wu Yi moved to the Dujiangyan Panda Valley wild training center, where he continues to reside in a semi-wild environment.
Birth of Mai Mai
Mai Mai was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Long Xin.
Meng Lan Recovers from Osteomyelitis
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.
Zhang Xiang Spotted in Yehe Nature Reserve
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 transferred to Shenzhen Safari Park
Shuhin was transferred to Shenzhen Safari Park where he continues to reside.
He Yu Begins Semi-Wild Training
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.
Ai Hin transferred to Shaanxi
Ai Hin moved to Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Research Center for cross-subspecies breeding.
Cao Cao Becomes First Captive Panda to Mate with Wild Male
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 Returns to CCRCGP for Breeding
Ding Ding returned to the China Conservation and Research Center to participate in the national optimized breeding plan after reaching sexual maturity.
Bao Bao Returns to China
Bao Bao returned to China aboard the FedEx Panda Express, settling at the Dujiangyan Base and later Wolong Shenshuping Base.
Ya Yi Temporarily Returns to Chengdu During Zoo Renovation
Guangzhou Zoo closed its panda house for renovation. Ya Yi and Xing Yi returned to Chengdu temporarily while the facility underwent a complete upgrade.
Birth of Meng Meng
Meng Meng was born at chengdu_base.
Pan Pan dies at age 31
Pan Pan (studbook 308), the world's longest-lived captive male giant panda and genetic founder of ~25% of the global captive population, died at 4:50 AM at Dujiangyan Base due to perianal squamous cell carcinoma. He was 31 years old.
Ryu Hin transferred to Huai'an Zoo
Ryu Hin was transferred to Huai'an Zoo in Jiangsu Province alongside male panda A Bao.
A Bao transferred to Huai'an Zoo
A Bao was transferred to Huai'an Zoo for public exhibition.
Zhen Duo transferred to Yunnan
Zhen Duo and Mao Zhu transferred to Yunnan Wildlife Park (Kunming Zoo) — the first pandas to live in Yunnan Province.
Zhang Meng Released Alongside Hua Yan
Zhang Meng and Hua Yan were simultaneously released into Liziping Nature Reserve — the world's first dual-female panda rewilding and first summer dual release.
Jia Panpan transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Jia Panpan moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Yue Yue
Yue Yue was born at Shanghai Zoo alongside twin sister Ban Ban — the first panda twins born in East China, weighing 113.2g (Ban Ban).
Birth of Liang Yue
Liang Yue was born at Chongqing Zoo, sole survivor of triplets.
Birth of Xiu Qiu
Xiu Qiu was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, daughter of Shui Xiu and Xiang Ge.
Bei Bei transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Bei Bei moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Nuan Nuan transferred to nanjing_zoo
Nuan Nuan moved to nanjing_zoo.
Birth of Qiao Yi
Qiao Yi was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, daughter of Qiao Qiao.
Birth of He Yu (Twin)
He Yu was born at Chengdu Base weighing 152.8g, twin sister of He Feng. She is the daughter of Mei Lan and Cheng Gong.
Birth of Xin Bao
Xin Bao was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Yun Chuan
Yun Chuan was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Rong Rong
Rong Rong was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Pan Qing
Pan Qing was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base as one half of the heaviest twin pair in CCRCGP history, weighing 220g alongside her brother Hong Xi.
Birth of Ding Ding
Ding Ding was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Ru Yi
Ru Yi was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Chu Xin
Chu Xin was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later moved to high-latitude Changchun.
Birth of Le Bao
Le Bao was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Xiao He Tao
Xiao He Tao was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later successfully rewilded.
Birth of Mao Sun
Mao Sun was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Mao Tao
Mao Tao was born at Chengdu Base to Mao Mao — the inspiration for the 2008 Olympic mascot Jing Jing — and Xiong Bin. His yellowish fur earned him the nickname "Yellow Peach."
Birth of Qin Xin
Qin Xin was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base to first-time mother Shu Qin, described as robust with a loud cry.
Birth of Fu Lai
Fu Lai was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Fu Shun. Known for her fluffy face and cheerful expression.
Birth of Yu Bao
Yu Bao was born at Chongqing Zoo, twin of Yu Bei.
Birth of Hua Sheng
Hua Sheng was born at Shanghai Wildlife Park, Shanghai's first locally bred panda cub.
Birth of Qi Guo
Qi Guo was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Qi Yi. Known as the "Sweetest Panda of 2016" for her round face.
Birth of Yuan Man
Yuan Man was born at Chengdu Base, known for her fluffy "exploding" fur.
Birth of Ya Zhu
Ya Zhu was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Ya Yun. Known for big ears and short snout, nicknamed "Ya Zhu Zhu" for her chubby appetite.
Dian Dian transferred to nanjing_zoo
Dian Dian moved to nanjing_zoo.
Birth of Ya Yi
Ya Yi was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Wu Gang Successfully Natural Mates with Cui Cui
Wu Gang successfully mated with Cui Cui.
Si Nian Named Through Global Contest
Si Nian received his official name through a global fan naming contest for 9 cubs, just before the Spring Festival. His name sounds like a brand of tangyuan (rice balls).
Ya Yi and Xing Yi Move to Guangzhou Zoo
Ya Yi and her cousin Xing Yi arrived at Guangzhou Zoo, replacing the twin sisters Wen Li and Wen Ya who returned to Chengdu. The pair made their public debut immediately.
Jia He Transferred to Wolong Shenshuping Base
Jia He moved from Ya'an Bifengxia Base to Wolong Shenshuping Base to continue his growth and development under the care of the China Conservation and Research Center.
Ai Hin Mates in Rare Winter Breeding
Ai Hin mated with male Yong Yong in an unusual winter breeding event — a rare occurrence in captive panda breeding, which led to the birth of the first panda cub of 2016.
Yuan Run moves to Dujiangyan Panda Valley
Yuan Run was transferred to the Dujiangyan Breeding and Wild Research Center, where she lived with siblings Ao Li Ao and Miao Miao, often playing in mud.
Tao Bin transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Tao Bin moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Kai Kai Returns to Chengdu
After nearly 6 years in Macau, Kai Kai returned to Chengdu Base to participate in the national breeding program, with a warm farewell from Macau.
Hua Jiao Released into Liziping Nature Reserve
Hua Jiao became the fifth captive-born panda and second female released into the wild. She disappeared into the bamboo forest at Mama Di release point within 15 seconds.
Zhi Chun transferred to Anyang
Zhi Chun and Di Di moved to Anyang People's Park for a three-year exhibition.
Birth of Qing Xiao
Qing Xiao was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Qing Da. His heart-shaped ears and worried face made him an internet star and UNDP ambassador.
Birth of Ya Jun
Ya Jun was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, sister of San Diego's Xin Bao.
Birth of A Jie
A Jie was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base. She became the "Big Sister" of the Gengda Mountain Gang, known for her fighting skills and big appetite.
Jin Bao Bao transferred to chengdu_base
Jin Bao Bao moved to chengdu_base.
Ya Er transferred to jinan_zoo
Ya Er moved to jinan_zoo.
Birth of Yi Yun
Yi Yun was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base to Fei Fei at age 20 — the oldest panda mother of twins on record. Yi Yun's twin sibling did not survive.
Birth of Xue Qiu
Xue Qiu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Jia Mei
Jia Mei was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, daughter of Jin Xin and mother of Smithsonian's Qing Bao.
Xue Xue transferred to wild
Xue Xue moved to wild.
Birth of Mu Jie
Mu Jie was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Yue Yue
Yue Yue was born at Chimelong Safari Park, the fifth panda cub born there.
Birth of Da Ni
Da Ni was born at Chengdu Base, nicknamed "Determined Salamander" for her unusual crawling.
Zhen Duo transferred to kunming_zoo
Zhen Duo moved to kunming_zoo.
Birth of Si Nian
Si Nian was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Si Yun Yun, half-brother of He Hua. Known for his pink "lipstick" spot on his lower lip.
Birth of Si Yun Yun
Si Yun Yun was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Si Nian, half-brother of He Hua. Moved to Xiamen in 2018.
Birth of Ba Xi
Ba Xi (八喜, sb956) was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Xi Mei (喜妹, sb511) and father Lu Lu (芦芦, sb503). He is a half-brother of the famous rewilded panda Tao Tao (淘淘).
Birth of Ke Da
Ke Da was born at chengdu_base.
Mao Zhu transferred to kunming_zoo
Mao Zhu moved to kunming_zoo.
Cheng Jiu transferred to hangzhou_zoo
Cheng Jiu moved to hangzhou_zoo.
Shuang Hao transferred to hangzhou_zoo
Shuang Hao moved to hangzhou_zoo.
Bai Xue Passes Away
Bai Xue passed away at the research center at approximately age 27.
Birth of Ya Xing
Ya Xing was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base to mother Qian Qian.
Ya Xing transferred to Dujiangyan for wild training
Ya Xing was transferred to Dujiangyan Panda Valley along with her twins Xing Yu and Xing Yuan for wild training, spending two years learning survival skills before returning to Chengdu Base in 2017.
Birth of Olympia
Olympia was born at Chengdu Base, later named by IOC President Thomas Bach.
Ke Lin Gives Birth to Olympic Twins
Ke Lin gave birth to the first panda twins of 2015 — Olympia and Fuwa. IOC President Thomas Bach personally named them, selecting "Olympia" and "Fuwa" from over 3,000 submissions.
Birth of Dian Dian
Dian Dian was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qiao Ke
Qiao Ke was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qiao Mei
Qiao Mei was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qiao Yue
Qiao Yue was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Ping Ping found injured
Ping Ping was found severely injured in Tangjiahe Reserve, died 8 days later.
Birth of Qiao Yuan
Qiao Yuan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Bing Jing
Bing Jing was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, adopted by singer Jeff Chang.
Birth of Lumi
Lumi was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Lumi (Jin Baobao) born at CCRCGP Dujiangyan, daughter of Lu Lu and Xi Mei.
Birth of Xiao Ya
Xiao Ya was born at Shaanxi Rescue Center, famous for her fluffy "bun" ears.
Birth of Jin Bao Bao
Jin Bao Bao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Lu Lu
Lu Lu was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, mother of two including the tragically lost Lu Lu Zi.
Ao Li transferred to shanghai_zoo
Ao Li moved to shanghai_zoo.
Birth of Xian Xian
Xian Xian was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, daughter of Gong Zhu and star of "Born in China."
Jing Jing transferred to shanghai_zoo
Jing Jing moved to shanghai_zoo.
Feng Feng transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Feng Feng moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Hua Bao transferred to chengdu_base
Hua Bao moved to chengdu_base.
Birth of Fa Fa
Fa Fa was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later revealed to be female after 9 years misidentified as male.
Chong Chong transferred to chongqing_zoo
Chong Chong moved to chongqing_zoo.
Er Shun transferred to chongqing_zoo
Er Shun moved to chongqing_zoo.
Qing Qing transferred to chongqing_zoo
Qing Qing moved to chongqing_zoo.
Birth of Bing Hua
Bing Hua was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, now lives at Shenyang Forest Zoo.
Birth of Ku Ku
Ku Ku was born at Chimelong, third of the world's first surviving panda triplets.
Birth of Shuai Shuai
Shuai Shuai was born at Chimelong, part of the world's first surviving panda triplets.
Birth of Shuang Hao
Shuang Hao was born at Chengdu Base, weighing only 73 grams.
Birth of Yao Yao
Yao Yao was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Mao Zhu
Mao Zhu was born at Chengdu Base, daughter of Olympic mascot prototype Mao Mao.
Birth of Shui Xiu
Shui Xiu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Wen Yang
Wen Yang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Cheng Jiu
Cheng Jiu was born at Chengdu Base weighing 212g — the 9th cub of Cheng Ji. His light fur earned him the nickname "Little Grey."
Birth of Xin Hao
Xin Hao was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xin Rui
Xin Rui was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xin Yu
Xin Yu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Pyry
Pyry was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Zhang Meng
Zhang Meng was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, later successfully rewilded.
Birth of Xing Yu
Xing Yu was born at Chengdu Base, the first cub of the 2014 class to walk. Twin of Xing Yuan, she was class leader "大姐大" known for her bold personality.
A Bao returns to China from Atlanta
A Bao returned to China and settled at Chengdu Base with her brother Xi Lan.
Long Sheng Recalled After Zhengzhou Controversy
After the death of Jin Yi at Zhengzhou Zoo triggered a national inspection that found unsanitary conditions, Long Sheng was recalled to CCRCGP Dujiangyan Base for quarantine.
Cheng Shuang F4 Appears on CCTV News
Cheng Shuang and the Sun Nursery F4 closed the CCTV Spring Festival broadcast — replacing news anchors with four playing cubs, a viral sensation.
Yun Zi Returns to China
Yun Zi arrived at the Dujiangyan Base after a 48-hour journey from San Diego, becoming the first overseas-returned panda to reside at the facility.
Birth of Hong Xi
Hong Xi was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Tao Tao Recaptured for Health Check, Found Healthy
Monitoring teams found Tao Tao in a recapture cage at Liziping. He weighed 115 kg, was in excellent health, and was re-released the next day.
Zhang Xiang Released into Liziping Nature Reserve
Zhang Xiang became the first captive-born female giant panda released into the wild. She walked out of her transport cage into the forests of Liziping Nature Reserve, Xiaoxiangling, after 26 months of mother-reared rewilding training.
Lin Bing Returns to China
Lin Bing returned to China from Thailand aboard a fan-chartered flight, with hundreds of Thai fans accompanying her on the journey.
Birth of An An (Qinling)
An An was born at the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue Center to mother Zhu Zhu.
Birth of Ya Yi and Ya Er
Ya Yi (雅一) and her twin brother Ya Er (雅二) were born at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Ya Yi is recorded as studbook number 903.
Ya Er born
Ya Er born at Chengdu Base, twin of Ya Yi, daughter of Xing Ya and Yong Yong.
Birth of Hao Qi
Hao Qi was born at Chongqing Zoo, named by Nobel laureate Samuel Ting.
Birth of Meng Er
Meng Er was born at Chengdu Base, twin brother of Meng Da and half-brother of Meng Lan.
Birth of Sa Er
Sa Er was born at Chengdu Base as the only survivor of a rare triplet birth.
Jiao Zi Gives Birth to Triplets
At age 18, Jiao Zi gave birth to triplets after a 57-hour labor — the first surviving giant panda triplets at Chengdu Base. One cub, Sa Er, survived.
Birth of Gong Gong
Gong Gong was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, son of Feng Yi (Liang Liang). He would become the first panda in Hainan.
Birth of Xi Xi (Chengdu)
Xi Xi was born at Chengdu Research Base, named after the Qixi Festival.
Xing Xing transferred to guangzhou_chimelong
Xing Xing moved to guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Fu Lu
Fu Lu was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, mother of the inspirational Fu Wan.
Birth of Qing Lan
Qing Lan was born at chongqing_zoo.
Birth of Long Long
Long Long was born at Guangzhou Chimelong — the first giant panda ever born in South China. Her name was chosen by her mother Mei Qing from 10,000+ submissions.
Birth of Yan Zai
Yan Zai was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Zhi Zhi
Zhi Zhi was born at guangzhou_chimelong.
Hua Jiao Born at Wolong Rewilding Base
Hua Jiao (华姣) was born at 8:15 AM to mother Cao Cao at the Hetaoping rewilding base, twin sister to Hua Hu. She would become the fifth captive-born panda released into the wild.
Birth of Xing Ya
Xing Ya was born at chengdu_base.
A Bao returns to China from Madrid
A Bao returned to China and settled at Chengdu Base.
Ya Ya retires from breeding
After 9 litters and 13 cubs, 23-year-old Ya Ya retired from breeding.
Ai Hin returned to China
Ai Hin and her twin brother Ming Hin returned to China, settling at Chengdu Research Base.
Ming Hin Returns to China
Ming Hin returned to China alongside his twin sister Ai Hin, settling at the Chengdu Research Base after six years at Adventure World.
Tao Tao Released into Liziping Nature Reserve
Tao Tao became the second captive-born panda released into the wild, and the first using the mother-rearing method. State Forestry Administrator Zhao Shucong opened the cage at 10:13 AM.
Birth of Cheng Shuang
Cheng Shuang was born at Chengdu Base, twin of Cheng Dui. Part of the legendary "Sun Nursery F4" whose Spring Festival appearance on CCTV News became iconic.
Birth of Yuan Run
Yuan Run was born at 5:10 AM weighing 137g. Her birth was broadcast live on CCTV News, documenting the entire process from courtship to delivery.
Birth of Xue Xue
Xue Xue (雪雪, sb850) was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Si Xue (思雪, sb625) and father Lu Lu (芦芦, sb503). She was the fourth panda selected for the second-phase rewilding program.
Birth of Jiao Na
Jiao Na was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xiao Qiao
Xiao Qiao was born at Chengdu Base, named after the Three Kingdoms beauty. She was the first female cub born at the base in 2012.
Jin Yi transferred to dalian_zoo
Jin Yi moved to dalian_zoo.
Birth of Cang Cang
Cang Cang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Shui Lan
Shui Lan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Xin Yuan
Xin Yuan was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, twin sister of Yuan Xin (Le Bao). Daughter of the "Genius Panda Mother" Long Xin, she was selected for wild training from birth.
Birth of Xin Xin
Xin Xin was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Zhu Zhu
Zhu Zhu was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Wen Wen
Wen Wen was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Shan Shan
Shan Shan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Mang Zai officially named
After a public naming contest co-hosted by Chongqing Zoo and Chongqing Morning Post, the name "Mang Zi" was chosen from 10 candidates. A naming ceremony was held at the zoo's panda hall.
Death of Yong Ba
Yong Ba passed away at approximately 28 years old from organ failure at the CCRCGP Hetaoping base.
Xin Yue moves to Suzhou
Xin Yue and Zhu Yun moved to Suzhou Taihu National Wetland Park for public exhibition.
Birth of Mang Zai
Mang Zai was born as one of twin sisters at Chongqing Zoo to mother Ya Lao Er. The other twin was sent to Ya'an Bifengxia for hand-rearing.
Fu Hu transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Fu Hu moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Ping An
Ping An was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Su Shan
Su Shan (苏珊, sb827), originally named Zhang Nian (张念), was born at CCRCGP Bifengxia Base as the twin sister of Zhang Xiang (张想, sb826). Their mother is Zhang Ka (张卡, sb505) and father is the wild panda Bai Yang (白杨).
Zhang Xiang Born at Wolong Training Enclosure
Zhang Xiang (张想), the first captive-born female panda destined for wild release, was born to mother Zhang Ka in the semi-wild training enclosure at Wolong. She weighed 137.4g and has a twin sister Su Shan (苏珊, sb827).
Birth of Yun Hui
Yun Hui was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Kai Hin transferred to chengdu_base
Kai Hin moved to chengdu_base.
Birth of Shuang Xi
Shuang Xi and Shuang Xin were born at Chengdu Base as twins. Nicknamed "Big Head Xi" and part of the "iPhones 6" group.
Miao Yin transferred to dalian_zoo
Miao Yin moved to dalian_zoo.
Fei Yun transferred to dalian_zoo
Fei Yun moved to dalian_zoo.
Tao Tao transferred to wild_fuping
Tao Tao moved to wild_fuping.
Bao Lan transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Bao Lan moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Jin Hu transferred to dalian_zoo
Jin Hu moved to dalian_zoo.
Da Li transferred to beijing_zoo
Da Li moved to beijing_zoo.
Birth of Zhi Chun
Zhi Chun was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, the last panda cub born in 2010.
Birth of Ya Yun
Ya Yun was born at Chengdu Base, the youngest of legendary matriarch Ya Ya's 13 cubs. Daughter of Ke Bi (Samaranch-named).
Birth of Hu Chun
Hu Chun was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Shan Hu
Shan Hu was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, named for the Year of the Tiger.
Birth of Jiao Qing
Jiao Qing was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Miao Yin
Miao Yin was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Qi Zhen Gives Birth to Twins
Qi Zhen gave birth to the first twin pair at Chengdu Base in 2010, delivering both cubs in record time — just 1 minute and 5 minutes after their respective waters broke. She displayed expert maternal instincts.
Tao Tao Born at Wolong Rewilding Base
Tao Tao (淘淘), the first panda ever born in a rewilding training enclosure, was born at 4:24 AM to mother Cao Cao at Wolong's Hetaoping base.
Cao Cao Gives Birth to Tao Tao at Rewilding Base
Cao Cao gave birth to Tao Tao, the first panda ever born in a rewilding training enclosure. He would go on to become the first successfully adapted rewilded panda.
Birth of Fei Yun
Fei Yun was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, later became "Traffic Queen" of Dalian.
Birth of Hu Xiao
Hu Xiao was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, named for the Year of the Tiger.
Birth of Ding Ding (Cai Yun)
Ding Ding (originally Cai Yun) was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base. She would later become Jinan's beloved "spring water" panda.
Mei Lan identified as male
After returning to China, Mei Lan was discovered to be male, ending an online mate-selection vote that had drawn global attention.
Mei Lan returns to China
Mei Lan flew aboard the FedEx Panda Express with Tai Shan from Washington Dulles to Chengdu, returning to his ancestral homeland.
Tai Shan returns to China
Tai Shan returned to China aboard the FedEx Panda Express, joining the Bifengxia Base in Ya'an.
Qi Zai Transferred to Qinling Sibao Science Park
Qi Zai was transferred to Qinling Sibao Science Park, where he would become the world's only captive brown-and-white Giant Panda.
Xin Xing dies
Xin Xing died at Ya'an Bifengxia Base at approximately 23 years of age.
Fu Long returns to China
Fu Long returned to China at age 2 per the Sino-Austrian agreement.
Ke Lin Transferred to Anji Bamboo Expo Park
Ke Lin was sent to Anji Bamboo Expo Park in Zhejiang for a 3-year exhibition, returning to Chengdu in November 2012.
Birth of Zhu Hai
Zhu Hai was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Bo Si
Bo Si was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, later became the "Gold Medal Predictor" panda.
Xi Lan transferred to chengdu_base
Xi Lan moved to chengdu_base.
You You gives birth to first frozen-semen cub
You You gave birth to Xiang Lu, the first giant panda cub conceived through frozen semen AI.
Birth of Xing Hui
Xing Hui was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Wen Li
Wen Li was born at Chengdu Base, the first earthquake-resilience twin born after the 2008 Wenchuan quake.
Meng Shuang transferred to guangzhou_chimelong
Meng Shuang moved to guangzhou_chimelong.
Birth of Yin Ke
Yin Ke was born at Bifengxia Base, an Asian Games Panda and subject of a 2023 care controversy.
Birth of Jin Ke
Jin Ke was born at CCRCGP, son of Bai Xue and an Asian Games Panda.
Birth of Hao Hao
Hao Hao was born at China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda.
Birth of Yun Yun
Yun Yun was born at CCRCGP, son of Gong Zhu and an Asian Games Panda.
Yong Ba returned to CCRCGP after public controversy
Yong Ba returned to CCRCGP Bifengxia after public outcry over living conditions at Shenzhen Safari Park.
Yong Ba sparks nationwide debate on panda welfare
Viral photos of Yong Ba's living conditions at Shenzhen Safari Park sparked nationwide debate on the welfare of elderly loaned pandas, drawing over 100,000 views in one day.
Yuan Xiao's "Pants-Off" Leg Surgery
After fracturing his leg in a play fight with Wu Yi, Yuan Xiao underwent titanium plate surgery — his shaved hindquarters photo became an internet legend.
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 "开开" 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.
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.
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.
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.
Mei Sheng transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Mei Sheng returned to China from San Diego Zoo, arriving at Wolong Hetaoping Base.
Xiang Bing adopted by Microsoft
Xiang Bing was adopted by Microsoft Corporation and named "Unlimited Potential" (Qian Qian).
Ryu Hin returns to China
Ryu Hin and his twin brother Shuhin returned to China, becoming the first overseas-born twin pandas to be repatriated.
Shuhin returns to China
Shuhin and his twin brother Ryu Hin returned to China, becoming the first overseas-born twin pandas to be repatriated.
Syu Hin returned to China
Syu Hin and his twin Ryu Hin repatriated to China, arriving at Chengdu Base — the first Adventure World-born pandas to return.
Birth of Xin Ni'er
Xin Ni'er was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, mother of Korea's Ai Bao.
Birth of Kai Kai
Kai Kai was born at CCRCGP, twin of Wu Jun and later moved to Singapore.
Birth of Wu Jun
Wu Jun was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later becoming a movie star.
Wu Jie born
Wu Jie (later known as Kai Kai in Singapore) born at Wolong Breeding Center.
Birth of Qing Feng
Qing Feng was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Long Xin.
Birth of Shui Ling
Shui Ling was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, twin of Qing Feng.
Birth of Ke Lin
Ke Lin was born at the Chengdu Research Base. Daughter of Ke Bi (Samaranch's panda) and Jiao Zi (first socially adopted panda), she carried a prestigious lineage.
Birth of Xing Ya
Xing Ya was born at Chengdu Base, part of the first artificially-bred twin pair.
Birth of Jin Yi
Jin Yi was born at Ya'an Bifengxia Base, twin of Jin Xin, daughter of Jin Zhu. She would become a "National Day Panda" at Beijing Zoo in 2009.
Hua Ao born at CCRCGP Wolong, twin of Hua Long, son of Hua Mei and Ling Ling.
Hua Long born
Hua Long born at CCRCGP Wolong, twin of Hua Ao, son of Hua Mei and Ling Ling.
Birth of Shu Lin
Shu Lin was born at Chengdu Base, brother of Macau's Shu Rong.
Birth of Shu Rong
Shu Rong was born at Chengdu Research Base, one of the "Shu" family line, weighing a healthy birth weight.
Birth of Xiang Bing
Xiang Bing was born at Chengdu Research Base, the first panda cub born there in 2007.
Liang Liang transferred to Chongqing Zoo
Liang Liang moved to Chongqing Zoo where he continues to reside.
Wu Yi Makes Public Debut
Wu Yi made his public debut at Chengdu Base on his namesake day "五一," weighing 17 kg — a 30-fold increase from his 51-gram birth weight.
Xiang Xiang Found Dead After Territorial Fight
Xiang Xiang's body was found at the base of a cliff in Wolong. Autopsy confirmed he died from injuries sustained in a fight with wild pandas. His sacrifice reshaped China's rewilding strategy.
Yi Bao Named at Wolong Ceremony
Yi Bao was officially named at the 2007 Wolong naming ceremony for 18 rescued cubs, weighing 7.6 kg at the time.
Birth of A Bao (Qinling)
A Bao was born wild in Taibai County, rescued in 2008.
Ying Ying Passes Away
Ying Ying passed away at the Dujiangyan Base at age 15.
Yi Bao Rescued from Wild
Yi Bao was rescued from Baoxing County after being abandoned by his mother in the wild. He was one of 18 pandas named at the 2007 Wolong naming ceremony.
Birth of Mei An
Mei An was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, noted for her yellowish curly fur.
Birth of Da Jiao
Da Jiao was born at Chengdu Base, known for her unnervingly calm deliveries.
Birth of Fu Ni
Fu Ni was born at the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda.
Birth of Xing Xing (Fu Wa)
Xing Xing (originally Fu Wa) was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base as a twin, alongside his sister Fu Ni.
Kouhin transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Kouhin moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Liang Liang born
Liang Liang (Feng Yi) born at Wolong, later became one of the Olympic pandas.
Birth of Liang Liang
Liang Liang (originally named Feng Yi) was born at CCRCGP. She would later become one of the eight Olympic pandas and move to Malaysia.
Birth of Wu Yi
Wu Yi was born weighing only 51 grams — the world's lightest newborn panda. So tiny his mother didn't notice him, keepers rescued him from hypothermia and nursed him to health.
Birth of Yuan Xiao
Yuan Xiao was born at Chengdu Base, one of the first panda twins of 2006. He became famous for his "pants-off" leg surgery photo.
Su Lin transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Su Lin moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Si Xue
Si Xue was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, the first panda cub of 2006.
Ting Ting transferred to guangzhou_chimelong
Ting Ting moved to guangzhou_chimelong.
Xiang Xiang Released into the Wild
Xiang Xiang became the first captive-born giant panda ever released into the wild. He ran from his enclosure into Wolong's Wuyipeng forest without looking back, watched by scientists and reporters from around the world.
Yuan Yuan name chosen via Spring Festival Gala
The name "Yuan Yuan" was chosen through a public vote on the CCTV Spring Festival Gala, receiving over 130 million votes alongside "Tuan Tuan." Together, the names mean "reunion."
Bai Xue Returns Seeking Help
After 4 years in the wild, Bai Xue returned to the research center with a jaw injury.
Bing Xing returned to Chengdu Base
Bing Xing returned to Chengdu Research Base.
Shu Qing transferred to guangzhou_chimelong
Shu Qing moved to guangzhou_chimelong.
Mei Ling transferred to beijing_zoo
Mei Ling moved to beijing_zoo.
Birth of Wang Wang
Wang Wang was born at the Hetaoping Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda.
Ting Ting born
Ting Ting born at CCRCGP Wolong, twin of Wei Wei, daughter of Hua Mei and Ling Ling.
Wei Wei born
Wei Wei born at CCRCGP Wolong, twin of Ting Ting, son of Hua Mei and Ling Ling.
Birth of Ri Ri
Ri Ri (比力, studbook 612) was born at CCRCGP's Hetaoping Wild Training Base on August 16, 2005.
Birth of Ting Ting
Ting Ting was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Shin Shin (仙女)
Shin Shin (仙女/Xian Nv), also known by her Japanese name 真真, was born at the Hetaoping Wild Training Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in Wolong, Sichuan. She is a female twin (alongside Xian Zi, sb599), daughter of Ying Ying (sb382) and Lin Lin (sb455).
Fu Fu and Lin Yang Move to Fuzhou Zoo
Fu Fu and Lin Yang became Fuzhou Zoo's first giant pandas, quickly becoming local celebrities with their "bully and victim" dynamic.
Ying 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."
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.
Long Sheng Moves to Bifengxia
Long Sheng moved from Hetaoping to Ya'an Bifengxia Base, where he spent four formative years.
Birth of Tian Tian
Tian Tian was born at Beijing Zoo to parents Ying Ying and Niu Niu.
Birth of Xin Yue
Xin Yue was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to Pan Pan and Long Gu.
Birth of Yang Guang
Yang Guang was born at chengdu_base.
Birth of Yang Guang
Yang Guang was born at the Hetaoping Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda.
Birth of Lou Sheng
Lou Sheng was born at Qinling Research Center, Shaanxi's first artificially-bred panda.
Cao Cao Rescued from Wild
Wild-born Cao Cao was rescued in Sichuan and brought to CCRCGP, beginning her journey to become the most important rewilding mother in panda conservation.
Shi Shi returns to China, transferred to Guangzhou Zoo
After seven years at the San Diego Zoo, Shi Shi was returned to China and replaced by Gao Gao as Bai Yun's mate. He spent his remaining years at the Guangzhou Zoo.
Shi Shi returned to China
Shi Shi returned to Wolong after being replaced by Gao Gao at San Diego Zoo.
Jin Zhu returns to China from Kobe
Jin Zhu returned to China due to intersex condition.
Birth of Ya Xing
Ya Xing (娅星) was born at Chengdu Base, the fourth set of twins of heroic mother Ya Ya.
Xiang Xiang transferred to wild
Xiang Xiang moved to wild.
Birth of Ying Mei
Ying Mei was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, Ying Hua's sister and Yangzhou's beloved panda.
Bing Xing transferred to Hangzhou Wildlife Park
Bing Xing moved to Hangzhou Wildlife Park with Cheng Ji.
Cheng Ji transferred to hangzhou_zoo
Cheng Ji was loaned to Hangzhou Zoo, where she lived for over three years before returning to Chengdu Base.
Gu Gu transferred to beijing_zoo
Gu Gu moved to beijing_zoo.
Xiang Xiang and Fu Fu Born at Wolong
Twin brothers Xiang Xiang (祥祥) and Fu Fu (福福) were born at Wolong to mother Quan Quan. They would later become a landmark "twin study" — one rewilded, one kept in captivity.
Birth of Ya Guang
Ya Guang was born at Chengdu Research Base as a twin alongside his brother Ya Xiang, the 5th litter of legendary matriarch Ya Ya.
Bai Xue Escapes Again
Bai Xue escaped from the research center and lived wild for over 4 years.
Gong Zhu transferred to Changsha Ecological Zoo
Gong Zhu was sent to Changsha Ecological Zoo for exhibition.
Lu Lu transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Lu Lu was transferred to CCRCGP.
Birth of Long Teng
Long Teng was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, survived the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake.
Birth of Cheng Ji
Cheng Ji was born at Chengdu Base, the twin sister of Cheng Gong.
Birth of Long Sheng
Long Sheng was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base in the Year of the Dragon, son of Da Di and Yue Yue, and great-grandson of legendary Hong Kong panda Jia Jia.
Birth of Long Xin
Long Xin was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later called the "Genius Panda Mother."
Lei Lei gives birth to first cub Long Xin
After 6 years of false pregnancies, Lei Lei successfully gave birth to her first cub Long Xin at the CCRCGP Hetaoping base.
Birth of Liang Liang
Liang Liang was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Ying Ying.
Birth of Xi Mei
Xi Mei was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, a "Hero Mother" of 11 cubs.
Birth of Chuang Chuang
Chuang Chuang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Chuang Chuang
Chuang Chuang was born at the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda to parents Xin Xing and Bai Xue.
Wu Gang transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Wu Gang moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Gu Gu
Gu Gu was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later became Beijing Zoo's "Security Captain."
Birth of Ye Ye
Ye Ye (晔晔, sb495) was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to mother Tang Tang (唐唐, sb446) and father Xin Xing (新星, sb329). She is the elder sister of Gu Gu (古古).
Le Le transferred to Shanghai Zoo temporarily
Le Le was transferred from Chongqing Zoo to Shanghai Zoo for a temporary exhibit stay.
Birth of Xi Xi
Xi Xi was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base to Pan Pan and Yong Ba.
Birth of You You
You You was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later became a pioneer of panda reproductive technology.
Birth of Mei Xiang
Mei Xiang was born at CCRCGP Hetaoping Base. She was later selected for the Sino-US cooperative breeding program.
Birth of Le Le
Le Le was born at Chongqing Zoo to mother Xin Xing.
Birth of Yang Yang (Atlanta)
Yang Yang was born at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Birth of Da Shuang
Da Shuang was born at Chengdu Base as a twin with Xiao Shuang, daughter of the matriarch Qing Qing. She would grow up to become one of the most prolific breeding females of her lineage.
Birth of Tian Tian
Tian Tian was born at CCRCGP Hetaoping Base. He was later selected alongside Mei Xiang for the Sino-US cooperative program at the Smithsonian National Zoo.
Birth of Lun Lun
Lun Lun was born at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Birth of Yang Yang
Yang Yang was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Ji Ni
Ji Ni was born at beijing_zoo.
Birth of Dan Dan
Dan Dan was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Dan Dan Born at China Conservation and Research Center
Dan Dan (originally named Shuang Shuang) was born at the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Pandas in Sichuan.
Birth of Jiao Zi
Jiao Zi was born at Chengdu Base. In 1996 she became China's first socially adopted giant panda, sponsored by the Chengdu Cigarette Factory.
Birth of Fei Fei
Fei Fei was born at Wolong Hetaoping Base, later became the "Carefree Mom."
Birth of Mei Mei
Mei Mei was born at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Ei Mei transferred to chengdu_base
Ei Mei moved to Chengdu Base for breeding research.
Birth of Eryatou
Eryatou was born at Chengdu Research Base, weighing only 61 grams at birth.
Yong Ming transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Yong Ming moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Gao Gao rescued and transferred to Wolong
Gao Gao was found injured and orphaned in Fengtongzhai Nature Reserve, missing part of one ear from a predator attack. He was rescued and transferred to Wolong for rehabilitation.
Birth of Eimei
Eimei (永明, Yong Ming) was born at Beijing Zoo.
Shi Shi rescued from the wild
Shi Shi was rescued from the wild in Baoxing County, Sichuan, bearing multiple injuries from intraspecies fighting. He underwent three surgeries at the Wolong center.
Shi Shi rescued from the wild
Shi Shi was found severely wounded in Wenchuan County, Sichuan and rescued.
Lei Lei transferred to CCRCGP after rescue
After being rescued with a severe paw injury in Leibo County, Lei Lei was brought to the CCRCGP for emergency treatment and amputation.
Ying Ying transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Ying Ying moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Bai Yun
Bai Yun was born at china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Ya Ya (娅娅)
Ya Ya (娅娅) was born at Chengdu Base on the opening day of the 1990 Beijing Asian Games.
Qing Qing Gives Birth to World's First Surviving AI Twin Cubs
Qing Qing gave birth to twin cubs Ya Ya (sb362) and Xiang Xiang (sb363) — the first twin cubs in the world to survive through artificial breeding assistance, a landmark for panda conservation.
Cao Cao transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Cao Cao moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Bai Xue transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Bai Xue moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Cao Cao
Cao Cao was born at wild.
Birth of Lei Lei
Lei Lei was born wild in the forests of Leibo County, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan.
Ya Pu transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Ya Pu moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Bai Xue
Bai Xue was born at wild.
Birth of Xue Xue
Xue Xue was born wild in Baoxing, mother of Smithsonian's Mei Xiang.
Birth of Tang Tang
Tang Tang was born in the wild of Pingwu, rescued in 1994.
Birth of An An
An An was found in the wild of Baoxing, Sichuan, and rescued by wildlife authorities.
Birth of Xin Xing
Xin Xing was rescued from the wild of Baoxing, later became an important breeding male.
Birth of Lan Tian
Lan Tian was the first artificially-bred panda to survive at Wolong, ending a decade of failed attempts.
Birth of Bing Bing
Bing Bing was born at Chengdu Zoo, named after the ice blocks used to cool her mother.
Pan Pan rescued from wild in Baoxing
Pan Pan was discovered in poor condition in Baoxing County and rescued by Fengtongzhai Nature Reserve. After recovery, he was named "Pan Pan" (Hope).
Birth of Qing Qing
Qing Qing was born wild in the Qinling Mountains, rescued with her cub in 2001.
Qing Qing transferred to chengdu_base
Qing Qing moved to chengdu_base.
Winter Winter transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Winter Winter moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Qing Qing
Qing Qing was born at Chengdu Zoo, the only surviving captive panda cub worldwide that year. She would become the most prolific mother in panda history, with 13 surviving cubs across 9 litters.
Long Fei transferred to china_conservation_and_research_center
Long Fei moved to china_conservation_and_research_center.
Birth of Zheng Zheng
Zheng Zheng was born at Beijing Zoo, the world's first artificially hand-reared panda cub.
Birth of Yong Ba
Yong Ba was born wild in the forests of Baoxing County, Sichuan.
Ba Si transferred to fuzhou_panda_world
Ba Si moved to fuzhou_panda_world.
Basi transferred to fuzhou_panda_world
Basi moved to fuzhou_panda_world.
Jia Jia rescued from the wild
Jia Jia was found foraging in Tangjiahe, Qingchuan County and transferred to Wolong.
Birth of Yuan Jing — world's first AI panda
Yuan Jing was born at Beijing Zoo, the first giant panda conceived through artificial insemination.
Ying Ying rescued from the wild
Ying Ying was rescued from the wild in Baoxing County, Sichuan. She was later paired with Pe Pe and gifted to Mexico.
Kang Kang Discovered in Baoxing
Kang Kang was discovered in the wilds of Baoxing County, Sichuan and later selected as a diplomatic gift to Japan.
Birth of Tao Tao
Tao Tao was born wild in Gansu, rescued in 1986 at age 14.
Yuan Yuan transferred to beijing_zoo
Yuan Yuan moved to beijing_zoo.
Birth of Mei Mei
Mei Mei was born wild in Meigu County, later became the world's oldest captive panda.
Birth of Du Du
Du Du was born wild in Nanping, later became the world's oldest panda at 37.
Chi Chi Discovered in Baoxing
Chi Chi (originally named Qi Qi) was discovered in Baoxing County, Sichuan by a forest survey team and transferred to Beijing Zoo.
Birth of An An
An An was born wild in Sichuan, gifted to the Soviet Union in 1959.
Birth of Ping Ping
Ping Ping was born wild in Baoxing, later became the first panda of "Panda Diplomacy."
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China plays a significant role in panda conservation and research. This timeline captures all significant events related to giant pandas in China, including births, transfers, conservation milestones, and other notable moments that contribute to our understanding and preservation of this beloved species. From zoos and research centers to conservation reserves, China hosts important facilities dedicated to panda care and study.
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- • Total events: 949
- • Locations: 29
- • Pandas mentioned: 636
- • Time span: 1955 - 2026
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Timeline data compiled from official conservation institution records, verified news sources, and research publications. Last updated: May 24, 2026