of his dancing pose and the lovely wave of his black and white fur. As a national treasure and a protected species, pandas are adored by people everywhere.The lotus designs in Jingjing's headdress, which are inspired by the porcelain paintings of the Song Dynasty (A.D.960-1234), symbolize the lush forest and the harmonious relationship between man and nature. Jingjing was chosen to represent China's desire to protect nature's gifts -- and to preserve the beauty of nature for all generations.
Jingjing is charmingly naïve and optimistic. He is an athlete noted for strength who represents the black Olympic ring.