Ai Si (艾斯/Eyes), born on July 13, 2022, at the Chengdu Research Base, is a panda with a playful personality and a distinct, fox-like appearance thanks to his flat face and long snout. Affectionately nicknamed “Ai Bian Bian,” his early antics, including rolling in his mother’s feces like a quirky bath, made him a crowd favorite. Deeply bonded with his mother, Ai Li, and sister Ai Lin, Ai Si’s charm continues to capture hearts with his lively spirit and curiosity.
Basic Information
- Name: Ai Si (艾斯)
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: July 13, 2022
- Place of Birth: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
- Mother: Ai Li (艾莉)
- Twin Sister: Ai Lin (艾琳)
- Siblings: Ai Mi (艾米), Ai Lun (艾伦), Ai Jiu (艾玖),
Intriguing Details of Panda Ai Si
Nickname: Ai Si earned the playful nickname “Ai Bian Bian” (艾扁扁/Ai the Flatie) thanks to his adorably flat face as a cub. With a long, slightly pointed snout, he looked more like a curious little fox than a typical round-faced panda – some even say he resembled a fox more than the famously foxy-looking Hua Hua (花花) did in her cub days.
Lively and Adorable: Ai Si has always been a ball of energy wrapped in fluff. As a cub, he was full of playful mischief and bizarre little habits – one of the most memorable being his tendency to roll around in his mother’s poop, as if he were giving himself a mud spa treatment or applying some kind of “panda body lotion.” The sight was both hilarious and oddly endearing, leaving nearby visitors in stitches.
Mama’s Bear: Ai Si is the ultimate mama’s boy. Whether he’s tumbling around playfully or taking a nap, he’s never far from his mother, Ai Li. The bond between them runs deep – Ai Si always seems to understand her mood, and there’s a quiet, heartwarming affection in the way he sticks close, as if simply being near her brings him comfort and joy.
Sibling Shenanigans: Ai Si shares a strong, spirited bond with his older sister, Ai Lin. The two are often spotted scaling the same towering tree, turning it into their private jungle gym. Though Ai Si usually ends up trailing behind in their climbing competitions and playful battles, he’s adapted with style. Lately, he’s taken a liking to hanging out at the base of the tree, curiously observing the antics of the “two-legged creatures” (a.k.a. humans). Sometimes, he even strikes a pose, sitting perfectly still for close-up shots like a professional panda model, soaking in the attention with quiet pride.
