Yi Yi (壹壹/Yiyi), the lively “Little Prince of the Parallel Bars,” has a playful spirit that will make you smile from ear to ear. Born in 2018 alongside his twin sister Jiu Jiu, Yi Yi’s charm shines through his energetic antics – whether he’s climbing, playing, or getting covered in mud with his best buddy, Qing Tian. His cheeky nature and adventurous heart have earned him a reputation as a fun-loving panda, always on the move and ready for mischief!
Basic Information
- Name: Yi Yi (壹壹)
- Gender: Male
- Date of Birth: July 2, 2018
- Place of Birth: Ya’an, Sichuan, China
- Lineage Number: 1133
- Mother: Hua Mei (华美)
- Twin Sister: Jiu Jiu (玖玖)
- Siblings: Tuan Tuan (团团), Mei Ling (美灵), Wei Wei (伟伟), Hua Long (华龙), Hua Ao (华奥), Hua Rong (华荣), and Ting Ting (婷婷), Hao Hao (好好), Jia Jia (嘉嘉), Hua Mengmeng (华盟盟), Jin Du Du (金嘟嘟)
Life Experience of Panda Yi Yi
Birth and Naming: Yi Yi was born alongside his twin sister, Jiu Jiu, on July 2, 2018, in Ya’an. Yi Yi is Hua Mei’s eleventh cub, and since the number “1” is pronounced yi in Chinese, that’s how he got his name.
Early Life: He later moved to the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, where he grew into a healthy and charming young panda. Known for his lively and playful personality, Yi Yi has earned the nickname “Little Prince of the Parallel Bars,” frequently seen walking, playing, and exploring on his climbing frames.
Friendship: Currently residing at the Bifengxia Base, Yi Yi shares his enclosure with his companion Qing Tian (晴天). They were either play-fighting or digging and rolling in the mud, often ending up covered in dirt, earning them the nickname “Brown Bear Duo.” However, in January 2025, Qing Tian moved to the Wolong Shenshuping Panda Base to prepare for breeding, and Yi Yi was also transferred to a non-exhibition area. It’s hard to say if he’ll feel lonely without his buddy.
