Ai Lian (爱莲/Ailian) is the kind of panda who doesn’t just grow up; he embarks on adventures that make him unforgettable. From his mischievous “escape” missions at kindergarten to his adorable antics with food, Ai Lian’s playful and curious spirit is pure joy. But don’t be fooled – this little panda has a bit of a temper and a surprising obsession with cleanliness. With a heart as big as his adventures, Ai Lian is a panda who’s impossible not to love.
Basic Information
- Name: Ai Lian (爱莲)
- Meaning of the Name: Love for Lotus
- Date of Birth: October 2019
- Gender: Male
- Current Residence: Lehe Ledu Theme Park, Yongchuan, Chongqing
- Mother: Zhi Chun (知春)
- Father: Wu Yang (武阳)
- Twin Sister: Tao Su (桃苏)
- Other Siblings: Xiang Zhu (香竹), Yuan Fu (缘福), Chun Xiao (春晓)
Intriguing Details of Panda Ai Lian
Birth: Ai Lian was born in the golden autumn of October 2019 alongside his twin sister, becoming a precious new addition to their mother Zhi Chun’s family. Since Zhi Chun had to care for his sister and participate in a wilderness training program, Ai Lian began independent life at a very young age, before even reaching six months old. He was sent alone to Gengda Kindergarten, embarking on an extraordinary journey of growth. In October 2019, Ai Lian was adopted for life by JD Allianz Property Insurance Co., Ltd.
Little Ba Da: In his early days at kindergarten, Ai Lian wobbled when he walked, earning him the affectionate nickname “Little Ba Da” (mimicking the sound of his paws touching the ground). There, he met his first companion, Qiao Lin (乔林), and together they left countless joyful moments and deep footprints in every corner of the kindergarten.
First Adventure: As Ai Lian’s curiosity and adventurous spirit grew, he orchestrated a daring “escape” mission. He secretly slipped out of Class B, trotted through different sections of the kindergarten, and eventually arrived at Class A’s territory. There, he found a new playmate on the large wooden structure and peacefully fell asleep, completely ignoring the fact that he had just “run away from home.” This escapade made Ai Lian famous and earned him the reputation of being the “little boss” of the kindergarten.
Little Foodie: Ai Lian has an endless love for food, especially tender young bamboo shoots. When mealtime arrives, he is always the first to dash to the food bowl, grabbing handfuls of shoots with his chubby paws and stuffing them into his mouth. However, since he eats too quickly, bits of bamboo often spill from his mouth, covering his face as if he had just rolled in a pile of coal.
A Bit of a Temper: Despite his normally adorable and gentle demeanor, Ai Lian has a bit of a temper. Once, while playing, he accidentally fell from a tree, flipping over in the process. Frustrated, he took out his anger on the poor tree, snapping off one of its branches before finally calming down.
Loves to Stay Clean: Ai Lian also has a touch of cleanliness obsession. Once, during a visitor tour, people jokingly called him a “dirty little bun” after seeing his face covered in mud and bamboo scraps. Unexpectedly, Ai Lian heard the comment, immediately put down his food, and ran over to a small puddle to carefully wash his face.
Relocate to Chongqing: On December 30, 2023, Ai Lian arrived at Lehe Ledu Theme Park, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his life. Just a couple of days later, on January 1, 2024, Ai Lian made his debut in the park’s indoor activity area, where he quickly adapted to his new home.
