Xiao Xin (小馨), also known by her adoptive name An An, is a charming female giant panda born on July 26, 2017, at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Known for her vibrant personality and online fame, Xiao Xin enjoys a delightful life in the Foping Panda Valley in Shaanxi Province. From her lively interactions and love for climbing trees to her popularity as a “panda eating star,” Xiao Xin captures hearts with her playful and endearing nature.
Basic Information
- Name: Xiao Xin (小馨)
- Alias: An An (安安) (adoptive name)
- Gender: Female
- Lineage Number: 1085
- Date of Birth: July 26, 2017, 2:10 AM
- Place of Birth: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
- Mother: Xiao Ya Tou (小丫头)
- Father: Yong Yong (勇勇)
- Siblings: Xiao Qiao (小乔), Xiao Ya (小雅), Xiao Chuan (小川) (deceased), Shun Shun (顺顺) (deceased), Liu Liu (溜溜) (deceased)
Growth Experience
- Birth: Xiao Xin was born on July 26, 2017, at the Chengdu Research Base. Initially weighing only 115 grams, she was healthy and vocal. Though her mother Xiao Ya Tou was an experienced mother, she initially struggled with holding the cub but quickly adapted.
- Adoption and Relocation: In December 2018, Xiao Xin was adopted by Heng An Group and given the name “An An.” On January 18, 2019, she moved to the Shaanxi Rare Wildlife Rescue and Breeding Research Center under an exchange agreement. Later in December 2019, she was relocated to the Foping Panda Valley.
- Breeding: On August 9, 2023, Xiao Xin gave birth to a pair of twins, demonstrating her breeding capabilities.
Living Environment
- Foping Panda Valley: Xiao Xin currently resides in the Foping Panda Valley in Han Zhong, Shaanxi Province. This area offers a superior ecological environment and ample space, closely resembling a natural habitat where she can run freely, climb trees, enjoy scenic views, and eat fresh bamboo and bamboo shoots.
- Enriched Environment: The Panda Valley features extensive bamboo forests and fruit trees. Xiao Xin climbs trees to pick fruits during the harvest season. The area is less frequented by tourists, reducing disturbances, and she enjoys companionship from other animals like golden monkeys.
Fun Facts and Daily Activities
- Eating Star: Xiao Xin gained fame online for her eating videos, where her focused and joyful expressions while eating attract many fans. She often sits on hills enjoying carrots and pumpkins with great satisfaction.
- Energetic and Playful: Known for her lively nature, Xiao Xin frequently interacts with her playmate, “Lu Lu,” sometimes playfully pinning Lu Lu down.
- Mountain Patrol and Tree Climbing: Xiao Xin has a daily routine of patrolling the mountains for two hours in the morning. She also loves climbing trees up to several meters high to enjoy the view, pick wild fruits, and even nap in the trees.
