Cheng Lang (成浪/Chenglang), born on June 11, 2019, at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, began her life against the odds. Weighing only 42.8 grams at birth – just a quarter of the weight of a typical cub—she faced early challenges that required constant care. Despite these hurdles, Cheng Lang grew stronger and healthier under the watchful eyes of her keepers, and today, she thrives at the Dujiangyan Panda Valley, alongside her twin sister, Cheng Feng.
Basic Information
- Name: Cheng Lang (成浪)
- Meaning of the Name: Ride the Wave
- Birthdate: June 11, 2019
- Birthplace: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Sun Room
- Initial Weight: 42.8 grams
- Gender: Female
- Lineage Number: 1173
- Mother: Cheng Da (成大)
- Father: Mei Lan (美兰)
- Twin Sister: Cheng Feng (成风)
- Siblings: Da Mei (大美), Cheng Lan (成兰)
Life Experience of Panda Cheng Lang
Early Challenges: Cheng Lang entered the world as an underdog – she was only a quarter of the weight of a typical panda cub and significantly smaller than her twin sister, Cheng Feng. Her fragile condition required round-the-clock monitoring in her first few days. Too weak to nurse on her own, she had to be fed with her mother’s milk through a bottle. However, the initial nipple hole was too large, causing feeding difficulties. To ensure her survival, experts crafted a custom-designed, smaller nipple and adjusted the feeding technique, giving Cheng Lang the best possible start in life.
Healthy Development: Thanks to the dedicated care of the panda base’s expert team, Cheng Lang made remarkable progress. Within two weeks, she overcame her early struggles and successfully nursed from her mother on her own. Her health steadily improved, and she grew stronger with each passing day. Now, Cheng Lang has blossomed into a healthy and charming panda, keeping pace with her peers and proving that even the tiniest cubs can grow into giants.
Current Residence: Cheng Lang now lives at the Dujiangyan Panda Valley. On April 21, 2022, she moved there with her twin sister Cheng Feng and another panda named Ji Xiao (绩笑), starting a new chapter in her life.
