A Bao (阿宝/Abao)’s story is one of remarkable beginnings and international connections. Born in Madrid Zoo on September 7, 2010, alongside his twin brother De De, A Bao made history as the first giant panda twins conceived through artificial insemination in an overseas zoo. His journey from Spain to China marked not just a return to his roots, but also a key chapter in the global effort to conserve these adorable, beloved creatures.
Basic Information
- Name: A Bao (阿宝)
- Lineage Number: 793
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: September 7, 2010
- Birthplace: Madrid Zoo, Spain
- Mother: Hua Zui Ba (花嘴巴)
- Father: Bing Xing (冰星)
- Twin Brother: De De (德德)
- Siblings: Zhu Li Ba (竹莉娜), You You (友友), Xing Bao (星宝), Jiu Jiu (久久)
Life Experience of Panda A Bao
Birth: A Bao was born on September 7, 2010, at the Madrid Zoo, alongside his twin brother De De. This remarkable event marked them as the first set of giant panda twins conceived through artificial insemination in an overseas zoo.
Back to China: On May 18, 2013, A Bao and his brother De De returned to China, arriving at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. This return was particularly significant, as it marked the 11th panda to come back to China since the inception of the long-term international breeding cooperation program established in 1994, which involved countries like the United States, Japan, and Canada.
Relocations: A Bao’s journey included a brief period in December 2016, when he was sent to Huai’an Zoo in Jiangsu Province for a breeding program. He returned to the Chengdu research base on July 20, 2020, continuing his important role in panda conservation efforts.
