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 went viral on social media for not sleeping at midnight and lounging by the window demanding a midnight snack.
“Giant Panda Barbie”: Despite her sweet appearance, Fei Yun has a fierce personality. She frequently beats up Jin Hu (金虎), another resident of Dalian Forest Zoo, earning her the nickname “Giant Panda Barbie.” On one occasion, she even bit Jin Hu’s ear through an iron gate, showcasing her impressive fighting skills. Jin Hu, though, has a love-hate relationship with Fei Yun, once too shy to answer a keeper’s question about whether he liked her.
“Princess Six”: Fei Yun once punched open a heavy door and calmly sat down, waiting for her keeper to feed her. After this incident, six iron locks were added to her door, and she earned the nickname “Princess Six” for her rebellious act.
Celebrity Panda: Fei Yun also appeared in the TV drama Big Wedding Storm, where she played the role of the female bear “Beibei,” who was childhood friends with the male bear “Huan Huan” (played by a male actor in a bear costume). This role helped Fei Yun gain many fans in both the panda community and the entertainment industry.
A Food Lover: Fei Yun is fiercely protective of her food and doesn’t hesitate to assert herself if disturbed while eating. According to news reports, Fei Yun can consume up to 30 pounds of bamboo in a day! Her routine consists of eating from the start of her day until closing time, often requiring extra meals from her caretakers. Her constant eating and sleeping habits have resulted in her weighing around 300 pounds, earning her the affectionate nickname “Fat Yun.”
Life Experience of Pand Fei Yun
Infancy: Fei Yun was born with pink skin, a large body, and a strong voice, marking her as a healthy giant panda cub. As the sixth child of her mother, Fei Fei, she displayed a lively and cute personality from a young age.
Relocation: On September 21, 2012, Fei Yun, along with Jin Hu and Miao Yin, moved to Dalian Forest Zoo. In this new home, she became one of the zoo’s stars, affectionately known by fans as one of the “Dalian Three Treasures” alongside her companions Jin Hu and Miao Yin (妙音).
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.