As 2025 draws to a close, giant pandas Shun Shun and Gong Gong continue to enchant visitors at Hainan Tropical Wildlife Park and Botanical Garden, demonstrating remarkable adaptation to their tropical habitat. The duo, relocated from Sichuan province, have become living symbols of China's wildlife conservation achievements through their playful antics and serene coexistence with park visitors.
Daily Life of Panda Ambassadors
Park staff report that Shun Shun has developed a particular fondness for climbing structures near the visitor observation deck, often pausing to interact with spectators between bamboo meals. Gong Gong's afternoon acrobatics – including his signature 'log roll' maneuver – have generated social media buzz this year, with videos amassing millions of views globally.
Conservation Through Engagement
The pandas' popularity supports vital breeding research and habitat preservation initiatives. 'Their daily activities help us educate visitors about endangered species protection,' explains lead zoologist Dr. Li Wei. This year's 18% increase in park attendance has enabled expanded reforestation projects across Hainan's central highlands.
Cultural Bridgebuilding
International visitors account for 40% of attendees, with diaspora families particularly drawn to the exhibit. 'Seeing these pandas connects my children to China's natural heritage,' shares Malaysian-Chinese visitor Tan Mei Ling. The park plans multilingual educational programming for 2026 to deepen cross-cultural understanding through wildlife conservation.
