Hong Kong Giant Pandas Shine on CCTV's Multimedia Platform iPanda

Hong Kong Giant Pandas Shine on CCTV's Multimedia Platform iPanda

Cross-platform total exposure of the live broadcast by Hong Kong Tourism Board x Ocean Park x iPanda reaches 12.87 million in just 19 hours, captivating panda fans worldwide.

Ocean Park is excited to announce that six giant pandas from Hong Kong have officially landed on the iPanda panda channel, a multimedia platform fully developed by CCTV, to meet fans globally! They made their debut on April 22, instantly attracting enthusiastic responses from panda lovers both domestically and internationally, showcasing the world's love for this precious species.

Popularity of Hong Kong Panda Live Broadcast Soars

The iPanda panda channel provides engaging panda-themed content and interactive features, allowing panda enthusiasts worldwide to share insights and immerse themselves in rich panda culture. The addition of Hong Kong giant pandas has garnered unprecedented attention, achieving high exposure and participation rates. In just 19 hours, the cross-platform live broadcast from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Ocean Park, and iPanda reached a total exposure of 12.871 million, with total views of 2.475 million and 170,000 interactions across platforms including Weibo, WeChat Video, Douyin, Kuaishou, Xiaohongshu, Bilibili, Facebook, and YouTube.

Zhu Xiaozhong, head of the Animal and Conservation Department at Ocean Park, stated: "We are thrilled by the enthusiastic response from global panda lovers. Thanks to the park's outstanding animal and veterinary care, pandas An An, Jia Jia, and Ying Ying have set remarkable records; even the initially fragile Hong Kong-born panda cubs have grown up healthy under the careful nurturing of our team. We cherish these precious animal ambassadors and are committed to promoting important conservation and educational initiatives through their growth stories."

Hong Kong's Panda Milestones

An An became the longest-living male giant panda under human care at the age of 31, passing away at 35, while Jia Jia once held the record for the oldest giant panda under human care, living to 38. In a further achievement, Ying Ying made history by giving birth to twins on August 15, 2024, just before her 19th birthday, becoming the oldest panda mother to give birth for the first time.

Ocean Park will continue to build a vibrant community for giant pandas, sharing their unique charm and actively promoting panda conservation. Through a variety of exciting panda-themed experiences, such as "Panda Convenience Paper" and "Wowo Head Workshop," along with a series of educational courses and engaging online content, Ocean Park aims to inspire deeper understanding of this precious species among the public.

Zhu Xiaozhong, along with the Ocean Park panda care team, will occasionally appear on the iPanda panda channel to share exclusive behind-the-scenes moments, giving everyone a glimpse into the lives of six pandas, including twin cubs over eight months old, their parents Lele and Ying Ying, and the new members of the family, An An and Ke Ke. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the growth journey of these giant pandas!

For more details, please visit the official website and social media platforms of Ocean Park.

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