Giant pandas across China are embracing the winter chill, turning snowy enclosures into lively playgrounds. At the China Conservation and Research Centre for the Giant Panda (CCRCGP), the animals have been spotted enjoying everything from energetic tumbles to quiet moments in the snow.

Nine-year-old Yanhui drew smiles as she raced down a snow-covered slope, sliding with the enthusiasm of a skier before tumbling into a soft pile of snow. Others preferred a calmer pace. Seven-year-old Linglang settled in for a peaceful snack, munching on a carrot as flakes drifted down around her. Sulin, born in 2005 at the San Diego Zoo and returned to China in 2010, offered an even gentler scene as she paused to drink from a pool in her enclosure.

These glimpses of wintertime charm highlight the care and naturalistic environment provided for the species. The CCRCGP, a world-leading institution in panda conservation and breeding, continues to support global research and cooperation efforts.

Source: China Central Television