Fei Yun (飞云/Feiyun), born on July 30, 2010, at the Ya’an Bifengxia Base, is a panda with both a heartwarming and rebellious spirit. Known for her plump figure and adorable appearance, she earned the nickname “Fat Yun,” but don’t let her sweet looks fool you – Fei Yun’s fierceness is legendary. From demanding midnight snacks to punching open doors in defiance, she has a personality as big as her appetite. This “Giant Panda Barbie” has also captured hearts as a celebrity, starring in a TV drama, all while fiercely protecting her food and maintaining her status as a beloved figure at Dalian Forest Zoo.
Basic Information
- Name: Fei Yun (飞云)
- Meaning of the Name: The Floating Cloud
- Nicknames: Hamster Yun (仓鼠云), Fat Yun (肥云, due to her adorable appearance and plump figure)
- Gender: Female
- Birthdate: July 30, 2010 (Leo)
- Birthplace: Ya’an Bifengxia Base of China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
- Lineage Number: 774
- Father: Lu Lu (芦芦)
- Mother: Fei Fei (妃妃)
- Siblings: Le Sheng (乐生), Jing Jing (晶晶), Feng Yi (凤仪), Ao Yun (奥运), Yun Tao (云涛), Bing Qing (冰清), Yi Yun (怡云), Qing Cheng (青城)
Intriguing Details of Panda Fei Yun
Late-Night Cravings: Fei Yun once captured the hearts of social media users when she went viral for her midnight antics. Instead of sleeping, she was lounging by her window, demanding a late-night snack, her adorable face peeking through the bars as if to say, “I’m ready for my treat!”
“Giant Panda Barbie”: Despite her sweet, endearing looks, Fei Yun harbors a fierce spirit. Her playful yet tough side has earned her the nickname “Giant Panda Barbie.” She frequently gets into scuffles with Jin Hu (金虎), another panda at Dalian Forest Zoo, and even bit his ear through an iron gate, displaying her formidable strength. Jin Hu, though, has a complicated relationship with her, at one point being too shy to admit whether or not he liked her.
“Princess Six”: Fei Yun’s rebellious streak is legendary. Once, she managed to punch through a heavy door and calmly waited for her keeper to feed her. This daring act led to the addition of six iron locks to her door, and she was affectionately dubbed “Princess Six” for her audacity and boldness.
Celebrity Panda: Fei Yun has even dabbled in showbiz, appearing in the TV drama Big Wedding Storm as “Beibei,” a female bear and childhood friend of “Huan Huan” (played by an actor in a bear costume). Her charm on screen earned her fans not only among panda enthusiasts but also in the entertainment industry, further cementing her status as a panda celebrity.
A Food Lover: Fei Yun is known for her boundless appetite, often devouring up to 30 pounds of bamboo in a single day. She spends her days grazing from dawn until dusk, demanding extra meals from her caretakers. Her voracious eating habits, combined with her penchant for long naps, have made her quite the heavyweight, tipping the scales at around 300 pounds. It’s no wonder she’s affectionately called “Fat Yun” – her love for food is just as big as her adorable personality.
Life Experience of Pand Fei Yun
Infancy: Fei Yun entered the world as a robust and energetic cub, her pink skin, sturdy frame, and powerful cries signaling her excellent health. As the sixth offspring of her mother, Fei Fei, she quickly stood out with her lively and endearing personality, charming everyone around her from the very beginning.
Relocation: On September 21, 2012, Fei Yun embarked on a new adventure, moving to Dalian Forest Zoo alongside her companions Jin Hu and Miao Yin (妙音). In this vibrant new home, she became a beloved star, earning the affectionate title of one of the “Dalian Three Treasures.”
Diplomatic Journey: In 2015, to celebrate the 65th anniversary of China-India diplomatic relations, Fei Yun and Jin Hu were considered for a goodwill ambassador mission to Indonesia. However, due to a sudden tsunami in Indonesia, the plan was canceled, allowing Fei Yun and Jin Hu to remain in Dalian Zoo, continuing their playful lives as beloved residents.
