Belgium’s Pairi Daiza zoo is preparing to say goodbye to three beloved giant pandas—Tian Bao, Bao Di, and Bao Mei—as they journey back to their homeland in December. The move follows an agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association, highlighting ongoing efforts to protect these iconic animals.
🐼 Meet the pandas: Tian Bao, born in 2016, and twins Bao Di and Bao Mei (2019), have charmed millions of visitors since arriving in Belgium. Their return to the Bifengxia Giant Panda Base in Sichuan Province—a hub for panda research and breeding—marks the next chapter in global conservation collaboration.
🌍 Panda diplomacy: Giant pandas have long symbolized friendship between China and other nations. While their departure may tug at heartstrings, it underscores the importance of sustainable wildlife programs. Did you know? China’s panda conservation efforts have helped upgrade the species from “endangered” to “vulnerable” in recent years!
Pairi Daiza will keep two adult pandas, Hao Hao and Xing Hui, until 2029. Fans can still catch these fluffy ambassadors munching bamboo and melting hearts. 🎋
