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Panda-monium Sweeps China

Multiple levels of devotion exist within the panda fandom. A regular fan might be satisfied visiting the cuddly creatures in zoos just to enjoy their antics, while a “professional” one delves into pandas’ diet, behavior, personality, family trees and more.

China’s current top two panda stars, Meng Lan and He Hua are half-brother and sister. Meng Lan, the 8-year-old elder brother, rose to fame in December 2021, after he successfully broke out of his enclosure—in full view of visitors—at the Beijing Zoo. His lively personality has earned him a reputation as being the social butterfly of the panda celebrity circle.

His sister, He Hua, also known as

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