Miao Yin (妙音/Miaoyin), born on August 9, 2010, is a panda whose beauty and charm are matched only by her sassy personality. With her round head, “Mickey Mouse” ears, and playful eye markings, she exudes an aura of a fluffy, regal princess. Raised alongside her childhood companions Fei Yun and Jin Hu, Miao Yin’s transformation from a clingy cub to a proud diva is a story of self-assurance. Whether dismissing Jin Hu with a disdainful look or barking at him in annoyance, she’s a force to be reckoned with, and her picky eating habits only add to her mystique at Dalian Forest Zoo.
Basic Information
- Name: Miao Yin (妙音)
- Meaning of the Name: Wonderful Sound
- Gender: Female
- Birth Date: August 9, 2010
- Birthplace: Ya’an Bifengxia Base of the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda
- Lineage Number: 781
- Father: Lu Lu (芦芦)
- Mother: Ge Ge (格格)
- Siblings: Hua Li (华丽), He He (和和), Jiu Jiu (九九), Li Dui (离堆), and Jing Bao (京宝)
- Current Residence: Dalian Forest Zoo
Intriguing Details of Panda Miao Yin
Appearance: Miao Yin is a true beauty among giant pandas, with features that make her stand out effortlessly. Her large, round ears resemble “Mickey Mouse,” giving her an irresistibly cartoonish charm. Her fur boasts a striking contrast of deep black and snowy white, enhancing her plush, huggable look. With a perfectly round head, she looks like a living stuffed toy. Her eye markings, shaped like tiny birds, give her a unique expression – sometimes appearing as if she’s rolling her eyes, adding an extra layer of sass and playfulness to her already adorable demeanor.
Personality Transformation: As a cub, Miao Yin was the definition of a little shadow, constantly glued to her older sister, Fei Yun (飞云). Whether eating bamboo shoots or playing, she was always by Fei Yun’s side, basking in her sister’s affectionate cuddles. But as she matured, she underwent a royal transformation into a proud little princess. Gone were the days of clinginess – now, Miao Yin had a regal attitude to match her beauty. If someone displeased her, she’d shoot them a withering side-eye, full of diva-like disdain. Even Jin Hu (金虎) wasn’t spared – when he tried to strike up a conversation through the door, Miao Yin wasn’t shy about setting boundaries. If she wasn’t in the mood, she’d let out a sharp, dog-like bark to send him scurrying away, asserting her status as the queen of her domain.
Picky Eater: Among the three little pandas at Dalian Zoo, Miao Yin holds the title of the pickiest eater – and the lightest in weight. When it comes to bamboo shoots, she has a refined palate, nibbling only on the tender tips and completely ignoring the rest. But she doesn’t let the leftovers go to waste; instead, she generously passes them to her neighbor, Jin Hu, who happily finishes what she discards. Some might call her a picky princess, but Jin Hu probably thinks of her as a caring (and convenient) meal provider!
Complicated Family Relations: The family tree of these pandas could rival a drama series in complexity! Fei Yun and Miao Yin share the same father but have different mothers. Meanwhile, Fei Yun is actually Jin Hu’s aunt, while Miao Yin is his niece. Despite these tangled ties, all three were born in the same year and raised together in Dalian, making them childhood companions in the truest sense.
Fighting Ability: Miao Yin may be smaller than Fei Yun and Jin Hu, but she doesn’t back down easily. However, when it comes to physical showdowns, Fei Yun usually has the upper paw. In one memorable tussle, Fei Yun pinned Miao Yin to the ground, leaving her completely helpless. Meanwhile, on the other side of the wall, Jin Hu – unable to intervene – was so anxious that he paced back and forth like a worried spectator at a championship match.
Rumors: Miao Yin once took on an unexpected role in a TV show – playing the boyfriend of her own sister, Fei Yun! Originally, the part was meant for Jin Hu, but his overly talkative nature led to his sudden recasting. Whether Miao Yin embraced the role out of talent or sheer panda diplomacy remains a mystery, but one thing’s for sure – her acting career got off to a hilariously unconventional start!
Life Experience of Panda Miao Yin
Birth and Growth: Born on August 9, 2010, at Ya’an Bifengxia Base, Miao Yin weighed 159 grams at birth, with all physiological indicators normal. She inherited the regal demeanor of her “princess” lineage, growing up to be elegant, refined, and gentle.
Move to Dalian: On September 21, 2012, Miao Yin, along with Fei Yun and Jin Hu, was transferred to Dalian Forest Zoo. There, she began a new chapter of her life, forming the “Dalian Three Treasures”.
