Nature Under Care

Giant Panda: Mei Lin, the Bamboo Ambassador

Mei Lin, our giant panda, is one of the most beloved residents of the zoo. Known for her playful antics and gentle demeanor, she arrived as part of a global effort to preserve this vulnerable species. Native to the misty mountain forests of China, Mei Lin’s days revolve around her favorite food—bamboo.

Every morning, keepers prepare a variety of bamboo stalks and leaves, and Mei Lin often spends hours leisurely munching on her meals. Despite her seemingly slow pace, she’s quite agile and loves climbing the specially designed structures in her enclosure. Visitors often catch her rolling down small hills or engaging with her enrichment toys, like puzzle feeders filled with carrots or apples. Mei Lin’s story is a reminder of the importance of habitat preservation and international collaboration to protect the gentle giants of the wild.