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Jan. 27 | Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji had his first taste of bamboo this week!

January 29, 2021

#PandaStory: A Bear’s First Taste of Bamboo

Our little panda cub had a big week—from his livestream debut to his first taste of bamboo!

Five-month-old giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji takes his first taste of cooked sweet potato Jan. 21, 2021.

January 22, 2021

#PandaStory: A Parcel of Sweet Potato for Xiao Qi Ji

Our sweet panda cub had his first taste of sweet potato. Spoiler alert: he gobbled it up.

Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji climbs the rockwork in his habitat Jan. 14, 2021.

January 15, 2021

#PandaStory: A Playful Panda Cub

Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji’s word of the week seems to be: play! Our 4.5-month-old cub’s interest in his surroundings really took off this week.

Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji with an enrichment egg on Jan. 6, 2021.

January 11, 2021

#PandaStory: Tumbles and Toys

Spending more time out of the den presents giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji with more opportunities to explore—and play!

Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji scales the rockwork in his habitat Jan. 6, 2021.

January 08, 2021

#PandaStory: A Symbol of Inspiration and Hope

As the calendar turns to 2021, it is human nature to reflect on the moments that sparked inspiration in an otherwise challenging year. Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji gave many who follow his milestones a reason to smile.

A young giant panda cub with black-and-white fur, round ears and small claws stands on a table in the indoor panda habitat at the Smithsonian's National Zoo during a routine exam

January 01, 2021

#PandaStory: Xiao Qi Ji vs. The Rock Wall

Giant panda cub Xiao Qi Ji continues to explore and take on new challenges—like climbing up rockwork in the indoor habitat he shares with mother Mei Xiang.