Xiao Bai Tu (小白兔/Xiao Baitu) is the kind of panda whose energy and cuteness can light up any room—or zoo, in this case! Born with a lively spirit and strong vocalizations, she’s been an unstoppable force of joy from the moment she entered the world. With her playful nature and a legacy of twin births, this little “Rabbit” has already made an undeniable mark in the world of giant pandas. Wouldn’t you love to see her in action?
Basic Information
- Name: Xiao Bai Tu (小白兔)
- Meaning of the Name: Little Rabbit
- Lineage Number: 784
- Date of Birth: August 13, 2010
- Place of Birth: Ya’an Bifengxia Base, China Giant Panda Protection and Research Center
- Father: Wu Gang (武岗)
- Mother: Ji Ni (吉妮)
- Sister: Qing Qing (晴晴)
Life Experience of Panda Xiao Bai Tu
Birth and Early Growth: Xiao Bai Tu was born on August 13, 2010, weighing 125.1 grams at birth. From the moment she was born, her strong vocalizations and high energy levels were evident, marking her as a healthy and lively cub.
Relocations: In July 2011, Xiao Bai Tu was relocated from her birthplace to the Beijing Zoo, where she continued her growth and development.
Breeding Programs: In March 2016, she was transferred to the China Giant Panda Protection and Research Center to participate in a breeding program. During her time at the center, Xiao Bai Tu moved several times between the Wolong Shenshuping Base and the Ya’an Bifengxia Base, adapting to different environments as part of her breeding efforts.
First Litter: On August 20, 2018 Xiao Bai Tu gave birth to her eldest daughter, Bai Tian (白天). The father is the wild giant panda Lu Lu (芦芦). When Bai Tian turned 2 years old, she returned to the Beijing Zoo.
Second Litter: On Auguest 19, Xiao Bai Tu gave birth to a pair of twins, Bai Feng (白峰) and Bai Xue (白雪). Bai Feng is the son of Tai Shan (泰山) (Tai Shan is the eldest son of Mei Xiang and Tian Tian, and has a special status with support from the Tai Shan Fund). Therefore, the Chengdu Giant Panda Center chose Bai Feng, while his sister Bai Xue remained at the Beijing Zoo.