The female giant panda Li Li was born on August 16, 2005, at the Wolong Hetaoping Base of the China Giant Panda Conservation and Research Center. On the morning of October 28, 2024, Li Li began exhibiting symptoms such as loss of appetite and lethargy. Upon receiving a report from Hangzhou Wildlife World, the China Giant Panda Conservation and Research Center promptly dispatched experts to Hangzhou to conduct a thorough examination and provide targeted treatment.
After being diagnosed with intestinal obstruction, a team of experts from the center and two renowned local hospitals performed surgery to relieve the obstruction. However, complications arose, including gastritis, esophagitis, and pneumonia triggered by the severe obstruction. Critical pneumonia led to acute hypoxemia, placing Li Li in a grave condition. Despite intensive treatment and round-the-clock care, Li Li passed away at 7:26 PM on November 14, 2024.
Li Li is now free from pain in the Panda Paradise. May she rest in peace.
Heartfelt Farewells
From Her Caretaker:
“Li Li, you were a stubborn yet graceful little girl who loved quiet moments. Every visitor to the Panda Hall would praise your beauty, and it seemed like you knew it too. You often perched in the pavilion or on the platform, gazing at visitors with your soulful eyes.
Although your temper sometimes flared when there was too much noise, I now find myself missing those lively, spirited moments. It’s hard to believe I’ll never see you again, that the spot where you used to nap now lies empty, and that calling your name will no longer bring you running toward me. I can only revisit our memories through videos and reflections.
You brought joy to so many people, and the days we spent together were incredibly fulfilling. Parting with you is truly heartbreaking. I hope you find happiness and peace in the days ahead in the heavens above.”
From Her Veterinarian:
“As a veterinarian, my interactions with Li Li were brief and mostly limited to checkups, blood draws, or treatments. I suspect Li Li didn’t particularly like us—she often resisted during routine examinations, much to our frustration.
However, during this recent treatment, Li Li cooperated bravely and stoically. Her resilience during those days made her passing even more heart-wrenching. Over these intense ten days and nights, we watched her grow weaker. Though we held on to hope, there was a foreboding sense that she might not make it. Her illness progressed relentlessly.
We are deeply grateful for Li Li’s strength throughout her treatment and for the tireless care provided by the center’s experts. Li Li will forever remain in our hearts, along with the joy she brought to us all.”
Farewell, Li Li. Your legacy will continue to inspire and bring happiness to all who cherished you.
