Panda Jia Bao: The Traveler

Panda Jia Bao

Jia Bao (家宝), a male giant panda born on August 17, 2018, at the Wolong Shenshuping Base of the China Giant Panda Conservation and Research Center, has captivated the hearts of many with his adorable charm and active nature. His life journey, from his early days in Wolong to his relocation to various bases, highlights the care and dedication that goes into panda conservation. Jia Bao’s adventures have made him a favorite among panda enthusiasts, especially after his recent appearance at the Lanzhou Wildlife Zoo.

Basic Information

  • Name: Jia Bao (家宝)
  • Date of Birth: August 17, 2018
  • Birthplace: Wolong Shenshuping Base, China Giant Panda Conservation and Research Center
  • Gender: Male
  • Lineage Number: 1155
  • Mother: Jia Jia (嘉嘉)
  • Brother: Kang Kang (康康)

Intriguing Details of Panda Jia Bao

Stuck Incident: Jia Bao is lively and adorable, enjoying climbing trees and playing. One time, while playing with a friend on a tree, Jia Bao accidentally got his leg stuck in a crack and couldn’t get it out. The surrounding cubs saw the situation and rushed to help, but despite their efforts, they couldn’t free him. In the end, the keeper used tools to cut off the branches and successfully rescued Jia Bao. Throughout the incident, Jia Bao remained calm and even did not stop enjoy bamboo shoots.

Food Lover: One time, while Jia Bao was eating, it suddenly started raining. To protect his food from getting wet, Jia Bao decided to take the bamboo shoots home. He picked the largest bamboo shoot and held it in his mouth, then chose a thinner one. However, since his mouth wasn’t large enough, the bamboo fell to the ground. Jia Bao didn’t give up, though, and eventually managed to hold both bamboo shoots in his mouth, even though his mouth was nearly stretched to the limit, and hurried back home.

Life Experience of Panda Jia Bao

Move to Yan’an: In 2023, Jia Bao was relocated from Wolong to the Ya’an Base, marking the next phase of his life. On November 29, 2023, the China Giant Panda Conservation and Research Center shared a video of Jia Bao enjoying bamboo on his second day at Ya’an, delighting panda lovers.

Relocate to Lanzhou: In April 2024, Jia Bao, along with fellow pandas Hong Xi (鸿禧), Man Lan (曼兰), and Man Man (满满), was transferred to Lanzhou Wildlife Zoo. After a 20-day adjustment period, Jia Bao made his public debut on April 25, 2024, where he received a warm and enthusiastic welcome from visitors.

Gallery of Panda Jia Bao