Ba Zai (八仔/Bazai), born on July 16, 2021, at the Qinling Giant Panda Research Center, is a lively and playful panda with a distinctive charm. While he didn’t inherit his father Qi Zai’s rare brown coat, Ba Zai is a classic black-and-white beauty. Known for his playful antics and love for food, especially his “bowled milk,” Ba Zai’s carefree nature and endearing personality make him a favorite among both pandas and fans alike.
Basic Information
- Name: Ba Zai (八仔)
- Nickname: Cai Baozi (菜包子 Vegetable Bun)
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: July 16, 2021
- Birthplace: Qinling Giant Panda Research Center (located in Xi’an, Shaanxi)
- Pedigree Number: 1260
- Mother: Zheng Zheng (正正)
- Father: Qi Zai (七仔)
- Siblings: Zheng Zai (正仔)
Intriguing Details of Padna Ba Zai
Family Background: Ba Zai’s father, Qi Zai, is the world’s only known captive brown giant panda, discovered on November 1, 2009, in the Shaanxi Foping National Nature Reserve. However, Ba Zai did not inherit this trait and is a typical black and white panda.
Little Foodie: Ba Zai’s favorite food is “pen pen milk.” He gets so excited while drinking that he often spills milk everywhere. After finishing, he makes sure to lick the bowl clean, ensuring not a drop is left. After eating and drinking his fill, Ba Zai usually lies down on the wooden platform provided by the staff to sleep. His sleeping position is relaxed and carefree, making him look particularly amusing.
Energetic and Playful: Ba Zai is full of energy and loves to play with other pandas. Sometimes, his enthusiasm can be a bit much, even scaring his panda companions. He enjoys climbing the rails, and when he sees his friends climbing up, he playfully “kicks them down,” showing off his dominant side in a very amusing way.
Life Experience of Panda Ba Zai
Early Life: Since his birth, Ba Zai has been meticulously cared for and nurtured at the Qinling Giant Panda Research Center.
Adoption: On April 22, 2024, coinciding with the 55th Earth Day, Didi Chuxing announced that they, along with Didi Public Welfare, the China Environmental Protection Foundation, and the Qinling Giant Panda Research Center, would be the lifetime guardians of Ba Zai. This announcement significantly boosted Ba Zai’s popularity.
Birthday Celebration: On July 16, 2024, Ba Zai celebrated his third birthday. To mark this special occasion, his caretakers prepared a lavish birthday feast, including carrots, pumpkins, grapes, starfruit, apples, and various other treats.