Giant Panda Reintroduction Program
The program to reintroduce giant pandas born in captivity back into the wild began in July 2003. The selected giant pandas follow wild training and researchers study them from the fields of ecology, behavior, veterinary needs, feeding management and the captive individuals’ adaptability in the wild.
The program has undergone many phases and changes as knowledge among scientists working with the program has increased.
Xiang Xiang
Born: August 25, 2001
Place of birth: CCRCGP WolongReintroduced in the wild
on April 28, 2006Tao Tao
Born: August 3, 2010
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on October 11, 2012Zhang Xiang
Born: August 20, 2011
Place of birth: CCRCGP Ya’an Bi Feng XiaReintroduced in the wild
on November 6, 2013Xue Xue
Born: August 15, 2012
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on October 14, 2014Hua Jiao
Born: July 6, 2013
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on November 19, 2015Hua Yan
Born: August 14, 2013
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on October 20, 2016Zhang Meng
Born: July 7, 2014
Place of birth: CCRCGP Ya’an Bi Feng XiaReintroduced in the wild
on October 20, 2016Ying Xue
Born: July 12, 2015
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on November 23, 2017Ba Xi
Born: July 26, 2015
Place of birth: CCRCGP Wolong He Tao PingReintroduced in the wild
on November 23, 2017
Giant Panda Protection Areas
Giant panda numbers are increasing. The results of the 4th Giant Panda Census showed that there are 1.864 wild giant pandas. Slowly but surely this remarkable species is edging away from the brink of extinction – thanks to the successful conservation projects.
But pandas still face a number of threats, particularly habitat loss and fragmentation, so extra efforts are needed to ensure that they continue to survive and thrive. Creating new reserves and linking up existing panda populations are key to the species’ future.
The Chinese authorities have increased the number of panda reserves to 67 in recent years, but this still leaves around 30% of wild pandas outside protected areas.
Select a nature reserve on the map.
Who shares giant panda habitat
By saving the iconic giant panda, we also secure a vibrant future for other incredible wildlife.
Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey
Golden Takin
Red Panda
