By tf-lawyer.com In June 2017, giant pandas “Meng Meng” and “Jiao Qing” embarked on a 15-year adventure in Berlin, Germany. This August, “Meng Meng” celebrated the birth of twin cubs. Starting from October 16, these adorable twin pandas began making their public debut, revealing themselves to visitors in a carefully monitored setting. To mark this special occasion, the Berlin Zoo held a press conference on October 15, where one of the cubs was showcased to the media.
Reporter Ruan Jiawen: I’m currently at the panda house in the Berlin Zoo. Due to health and hygiene considerations, the newly born twin pandas are only now making their first appearance to the public. This marks the second time that “Meng Meng,” the traveling panda, has given birth to twins in Germany. Since their birth, these panda cubs have drawn significant attention as symbols of Sino-German friendship.
According to zoo officials, the decision to introduce the pandas to the public was made after careful consideration. The cubs have now moved from the nursery to their small bed area, which features bulletproof glass to ensure that they won’t be disturbed by visitors. After thorough discussions with Chinese experts, the Berlin Zoo determined it was time to gradually showcase these pandas, allowing the public to witness their growth up close.
Andreas Knierim, Director of the Berlin Zoo: Today marks a significant milestone as we can finally share the panda cubs with the public. At first, they will be on display for just one hour each day, but we will extend that time based on circumstances. This is an exciting event for panda fans around the world as we present these tiny 2.5-kilogram cuties. Although they are still very small, they are already starting to resemble pandas.
The Berlin Zoo emphasizes that giant pandas have long been vital ambassadors for promoting friendly exchanges between Germany and China. At the same time, protecting endangered species and maintaining biodiversity is a shared global responsibility. The zoo hopes that through these panda cubs, they can further drive international cooperation to tackle conservation and ecological challenges.
Franziska Satter, veterinarian at the Berlin Zoo: Both the panda twins and Meng Meng are doing exceptionally well, and we’re all very pleased. There will always be one panda cub by Meng Meng’s side, either nursing or sleeping, and they will take turns being displayed. Since their birth, the twins have shown remarkable growth.
