Panda superstars: Why are these bears so popular all over the world?

The panda world is just like Hollywood, with its own A-list superstars! With their unique "bear sets" and legendary stories, these fluffy stars have harvested the hearts of countless fans around the world. Today, let's get to know the top celestial group in the panda world!

1. International Superstar Category

🐼 Mei Xiang

Place of Birth: Sichuan, China
Place of fame: National Zoo in Washington, D.C., USA
Representative work: set a record for giving birth at an advanced age (gave birth to a little miracle at the age of 22)
Fun fact: When she gave birth in 2020, she triggered a nationwide "baby panda naming" craze, and was finally named "Little Miracle"
🐼 Lun Lun

Place of Birth: Sichuan, China
Place of fame: Zoo Atlanta, USA
Representative work: One of the most successful panda mothers overseas, giving birth to 7 cubs
Fun fact: It once made headlines because of the care of the cubs and keeping the keeper out of the cage
2. Local top group

🐼 Hua Hua

Place of birth: Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base
Reason for fame: Born with a short mouth + round body, known as "the panda that most resembles a triangular rice ball"
Representative work: The number of views of a single video on Douyin exceeded 100 million
Fun fact: When eating, they are often "snatched" by other pandas, and grievance emojis are popular all over the Internet
🐼 Meng Lan

Place of birth: Beijing Zoo
Nickname: "The Third Prince of Xizhimen"
Representative work: Successful "prison break" on the hot search
Fun Fact: I once used a toy to pad my feet and tried to climb over the wall, showing an amazing IQ
3. Legendary Seniors

🐼 Ba Si

Lifespan: 37 years (equivalent to 110 years in humans)
Accomplishment:
The prototype of the mascot "Panpan" of the 1990 Beijing Asian Games
On the cover of Time magazine
Learn skills such as cycling, weightlifting, and more
🐼 Jia Jia

Record holder: World's longest-lived giant panda in captivity (38 years old)
Residence: Ocean Park, Hong Kong
Fun fact: In his later years, he enjoyed a special "panda cake" to celebrate his birthday
4. The new generation idol group

🐼 Fu Bao

Place of birth: Everland, South Korea
Title: "The Little Princess of the Chaebol Family"
Reason for fame: The "pearl in the palm" of Korean breeder Grandpa Kang
Fun Fact: Owning custom-made toys worth millions of won
🐼 Xiang Xiang

Place of birth: Ueno Zoo, Japan
Influence: Sparking a boom in Japan's "panda economy".
Fun fact: When returning home, Tokyo citizens bid farewell with tears
Why do these pandas become stars?

Unique appearance: features such as Huahua's short mouth and Menglan's "smiling lips" are very recognizable
Distinct personality: each star bear has its own unique "bear design"
Touching story: Whether it is the advanced age of childbirth or the friendship of breeders, it is easy to resonate
Social media boost: The era of short videos has made it easier for pandas to become popular
A guide to chasing "bears".

Attention panda lovers! Want to see these cute black and white dumplings in person? We have compiled a full map of panda zoos around the world for you, bookmark this article and plan your "bear chase" trip!

🌏 Asia.

Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Sichuan)
Star households: Huahua, Hehua, Runyue, etc
Features: The world's largest panda artificial breeding base, you can see all ages from cubs to adult pandas
Beijing Zoo
Star residents: Meng Lan (the third prince of Xizhimen), Gu Gu
Features: The oldest panda house, the birthplace of Menglan's "prison break" deeds
Chongqing Zoo
Star households: Mang Xiaowu, Yu Keyu love
Features: Featuring rare twin baby pandas
Ocean Park, Hong Kong
Star residents: Yingying, Lele
Features: A luxurious panda pavilion surrounded by mountains and seas
Wakayama Adventure World, Japan
Star Resident: Sun Life Family
Features: An overseas base for the successful breeding of multiple generations of pandas
Ueno Zoo, Japan
Star residents: Force, true
Features: Xiangxiang's birthplace, the most popular zoo in Tokyo
Everland, South Korea
Star residents: Lebao, Aibao
Features: Fubao's hometown, with super cute panda-themed peripherals
🌍 European region

Schönbrunn Palace Zoo, Austria
Star residents: Yangyang, Yuanyuan
Features: Europe's first zoo where natural mating has successfully bred pandas
Beauval Zoo, France
Star Residents: Dreams come true, joy
Features: It has a super luxury panda pavilion, and the French president comes to check in
Ovian Zoo, The Netherlands
Star residents: Wu Wen, Xingya
Features: A 7 million euro "Forbidden City-style" panda pavilion
Edinburgh Zoo, UK
Star Residents: Sunny, Sweet
Features: Scotland's only panda home
🌎 North America

National Zoo in Washington, USA
Star residents: Mei Xiang, Tian Tian
Highlights: America's oldest panda exhibit
Zoo Atlanta, USA
Star residents: Lun Lun, Yangyang
Features: The most successful panda breeding base in North America
San Diego Zoo, USA
Star households: white clouds, high and high
Features: Has bred many panda cubs
Calgary Zoo, Canada
Star households: Da Mao, Ershun
Features: Canada's only panda home
🌏 Other regions

River Safari Singapore
Star residents: Kai Kai, Jia Jia
Features: The only panda habitat in Southeast Asia
National Zoo Malaysia
Star residents: Xingxing, beautiful
Features: Panda Pavilion in the rainforest
📅 Tips on the best time to see it

8-10 a.m.: Panda's most active feeding time
Avoid the lunch break (11:30-14:00): Pandas usually sleep
Spring and autumn season: the temperature is suitable, and the pandas spend a long time outdoors
Breeding season (March-May): There is a chance to see the special behavior of pandas
💡 Tips for visiting

Check the official website in advance for the panda exhibition time (some zoos will rotate the exhibition)
Buy a "behind-the-scenes tour" to get a closer look at the pandas
Follow the zoo's social media for the latest panda updates
Prepare a telephoto lens to capture the panda's wonderful moments
🌟 Highly recommended

If you want to see the baby panda, it is recommended to choose the following time slots to visit:

Chengdu Base: July to September every year (newborn cub exhibition season)
Washington Zoo: August-September (possible farrowing period)
Zoo Atlanta: Stay tuned for breeding news on the official website
This list will be updated continuously! It is recommended to bookmark this article and check back for the latest information before planning your panda trip. Have you seen pandas at these zoos? Feel free to share your "bear chasing" experience in the comment section! 🐼💕