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flag French zoo pandas Huan Huan and Yuan Zi return to China in Nov. 2025 due to Huan Huan’s kidney issues; twins stay in France.

flag French zoo staff are saying goodbye to giant pandas Huan Huan and Yuan Zi, who will return to China in November 2025 for retirement due to Huan Huan’s declining kidney health. flag The 17-year-old pandas, loaned to Beauval Zoo since 2012, became symbols of France-China relations and gave birth to twins during their stay. flag Keepers, including long-time caregiver Delphine Pouvreau, expressed deep emotional attachment. flag Their departure marks the end of a 13-year loan program, though discussions have begun for future panda exchanges. flag The twins will remain in France.

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