After months of treatment in Belgium, the famous giant panda Hao Hao has been transferred to China. She arrived today to receive advanced veterinary care and assistance. She is currently quarantined as per health protocol.
Hao Hao will return to China to receive advanced veterinary care: how is he doing?
Hao Hao, the famous female giant panda who has lived in the Belgian park for over ten years Pairi Daiza, has arrived in China to receive highly specialized medical care. Her departure comes after months of constant monitoring by the park's veterinary team in collaboration with Chinese experts from the giant panda conservation program.
A shared decision for his health
Since last March, Hao Hao has suffered from moderate ascites, a condition that, while well-controlled, requires complex treatments and referral facilities unique to China. After a long period of observation and dedicated care, Pairi Daiza and the Chinese authorities jointly decided to provide the panda with the best possible care in her home country.
A temporary farewell full of emotion
Starting this Sunday, Hao Hao will enter quarantine in her indoor habitat, where she will continue to be visible to visitors. Despite the affection millions of people feel for her, no farewell ceremony will be held to respect the animal's peace and well-being during this delicate phase.
A bond that made history
Having arrived at Pairi Daiza in February 2014 as part of a historic collaboration between China and Belgium, Hao Hao has won the hearts of visitors to the "Middle Kingdom," the area of the park dedicated to Chinese culture. Together with the male panda Xing Hui, she has become the protagonist of one of Europe's most successful conservation programs. This has resulted in the birth of three cubs: Tian Bao and the twins. Bao Di and Bao Mei.
A success story in conservation
Hao Hao's offspring, born in Belgium between 2016 and 2019, returned to China in December 2024. This contributes to the conservation of the species. Xing Hui, however, will remain at Pairi Daiza, where she will continue to represent the symbol of scientific collaboration between the two nations.
A mission that continues
Despite Hao Hao's relocation, the partnership between Pairi Daiza and Chinese institutions will continue, with new research and giant panda conservation projects. The park management expressed deep gratitude to all those who, over the years, have followed and supported Hao Hao's story, emphasizing that this return to China is an act of love for the health and future of the species. Another giant panda pair has left their host country to return to China due to health problems. France, in fact, warmly welcomed the pair. Huan Huan and Yuan Zi.