Bing Jing (冰晶/Bingjing) is the panda who brings both charm and wit to the table. With her curious mind and quirky moments – like pondering life’s big questions after a nap – she’s no ordinary panda. Known for her selective taste in bamboo and her mirror-grooming rituals, Bing Jing’s playful and intelligent personality makes her utterly captivating. She’s a true panda philosopher, with a delicate balance of grace and humor that’s impossible to resist!
Basic Information
- Name: Bing Jing (冰晶)
- Meaning of the Name: Ice Crystal
- Gender: Female
- Lineage Number: 943
- Date of Birth: September 29, 2014
- Place of Birth: Ya’an Bifengxia Base, China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
- Father: Lu Lu (芦芦)
- Mother: Shen Bin (绅宾)
- Siblings: Chen Xi (辰汐), Shen Shen (深深), Man Man (漫漫)
Intriguing Details of Panda Bing Jing
The Philosopher: One particularly amusing moment was captured in the 87th episode of “Panda Star,” where Bing Jing, startled awake from a nap on her 2nd birthday, pondered the philosophical questions of “Who am I? Where am I? What am I doing?” This humorous scene perfectly illustrates her endearing charm and adds to her playful character.
Understanding Human Speech: Bing Jing seems to understand human speech. Once, while eating bamboo in the outdoor enclosure, she overheard a visitor comment that she was “fat.” Upon hearing this, she immediately twitched her ears, put down the bamboo in her paws, and turned her head to search for the source of the voice.
Exquisite Lifestyle: Bing Jing is very particular about her food. She only eats fresh bamboo and is known for being selective with her meals. She also takes great care of her appearance, often grooming her fur in front of a mirror.
Life Experience of Panda Bing Jing
Birth: On September 29, 2014, the giant panda Shen Bin successfully gave birth to twins at the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda in Ya’an Bifengxia Base. One of the twins was the female panda Bing Jing, while her brother unfortunately passed away, making Bing Jing a treasured member of the family.
Adoption by Zhang Xinzhe: In 2015, renowned singer Zhang Xinzhe adopted Bing Jing for life, further elevating her status as a beloved panda.
Relocations: On April 9, 2015, to enhance her care and protection, Bing Jing was moved to the Dujiangyan Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda. On December 22, 2016, she took another step in her journey by relocating to the Wolong Shenshuping Base (also known as the China Giant Panda Garden). On January 11, 2017, Bing Jing was showcased at the Emei Mountain Xianzhi Bamboo Peak Ecological Park Panda Pavilion for a short-term exhibition, allowing more people to appreciate her adorable appearance up close.
Return to Shenshuping: In 2018, Bing Jing returned to the Wolong Shenshuping Base (China Giant Panda Garden) to continue her journey as she matures into adulthood.
