If there’s a panda who deserves a comeback story, it’s He Xing (和兴/Hexing). With his unique brownish coat, striking white socks, and an unmistakable presence, he was once set to be China’s panda ambassador in Denmark—until fate intervened. Though he lost his fiancée and his international debut, He Xing found his calling elsewhere. Now reigning as the “Northwest King” in Xining, he’s a symbol of resilience, charm, and quiet strength.
Basic Information
- Name: He Xing (和兴)
- Meaning of the Name: Harmony and Flourishment
- Nicknames: Northwest King (西北王)
- Gender: Male
- Lineage Number: 875
- Date of Birth: July 23, 2013
- Place of Birth: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
- Birth Weight: 141 grams
- Mother: Cheng Gong (成功)
- Father: Yong Yong (勇勇)
- Twin Brother: He Sheng (和盛)
- Siblings: Gong Zai (功仔), He Qi (和琪), He Mei (和美), He Sheng (和盛), He Ye (和叶), He Hua (和花), He Feng (和风)
Intriguing Details of Panda He Xing
Appearance: Unlike other pandas, He Xing’s coat has shades that give it a brownish hue, while the white areas carry a hint of yellow. One of He Xing’s most distinctive features is the interruption of the black band around his shoulders, which, combined with the white “socks” on his feet, allows for easy identification among other pandas.
Candidate for International Exchange Program: At the end of 2016, He Xing was recalled to prepare for a trip to Denmark with his fiancée, Mao Sun (毛笋). He was handsome, gentle in personality, strong in physique, and had a remarkable standing position. He and Mao Sun made a perfect couple, with a match of both talent and beauty. However, fate had other plans. He Xing hadn’t fully developed at the time, so he was replaced last minute by Xing Er (星二), sadly losing his fiancée. Not long after, He Xing fully developed.
Life Experience of Panda He Xing
Birth: He Xing grew up alongside his twin brother, He Sheng, and transitioned from playful cubs to adult pandas.
Brief Travel Experience: On April 27, 2016, He Xing traveled to the Yunnan Wild Animal Park. After a brief stay, He Xing returned to the Chengdu Research Base on November 16, 2016.
Move to Xining: In June 2019, He Xing embarked on another journey, this time to the Panda Pavilion at the Xining Wild Animal Park. During his time at Xining Wildlife Park, He Xing also served as an environmental protection ambassador. Through his image and influence, he conveyed the importance of protecting wildlife and the natural environment to the public.