On September 1, Chengdu Panda Base released a video official announcement that the twin sisters "He Hua" and "He Ye" of giant pandas over 4 years old will be separated and will start living alone.
It is reported that giant pandas usually enter adulthood at the age of 4-6, symbolizing their impending farewell to their sub adult selves. But there are also differences between males and females, as well as individual differences, and female giant pandas tend to be relatively earlier.
After entering adulthood, there may be the influence of estrus or the emergence of individual territorial awareness. Giant pandas have a relatively hot temper, which can be manifested through sound or behavior, such as roaring, driving away, attacking, and patrolling their territory. If there is a fight between individuals living together in captivity, it may cause serious injury and they need to be separated.
Recently, the panda 'He Ye' has shown some signs of growing up. Now its weight, strength, etc. are gradually approaching the standards of an adult giant panda, and it has always been a lively personality that likes to play and frolic However, 'He Hua' is still relatively slow in action and has a gentle personality. The twin sisters grew into different individuals in the process of growth.
Both wild and captive giant pandas will spend some time with their mothers, brothers and sisters in their infancy. However, as giant pandas grow up and gradually reach adulthood, the reason why they choose to live alone is the result of long-term evolution in nature and a wise choice for their survival.
Therefore, Chengdu Panda Base decided to separate the two sisters. Do you agree to separate them? Leave your own opinions in the comment section.