Hong Kong’s Ocean Park just dropped the cutest news of the year: the city’s first-ever locally born giant panda twins have been named Jia Jia and De De! The cubs, whose names symbolize "excellence" and "virtue" in Cantonese, are stealing hearts as the newest icons of cross-border conservation efforts. 🌿
"This is a milestone for Hong Kong’s wildlife preservation," said a park spokesperson, highlighting the cubs’ role in raising awareness about endangered species. Born in 2025, the duo marks a win for China’s panda breeding programs, which have boosted global populations by over 20% since 2000.
Fun fact: Giant pandas are native to the Chinese mainland, and Hong Kong’s panda pair—parents Le Le and Ying Ying—were gifted in 2007 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the city’s return to China. Now, Jia Jia and De De are prepped for their public debut, with fans already lining up for panda selfies. 📸
Pro tip for travelers: Add Ocean Park to your Hong Kong itinerary! 🎢 These fluffy ambassadors are proof that conservation can be both impactful and adorable.
