JAKARTA, Dec. 8 (Xinhua) -- Indonesia has announced the birth of a giant panda cub at Taman Safari Indonesia (TSI)'s conservation facility in Bogor, West Java Province, marking a major milestone in the country's efforts to protect endangered species.
According to a TSI statement on Monday, the cub was born on Nov. 27 to female panda Huchun, one of the two giant pandas sent to Indonesia in 2017 under a 10-year conservation cooperation program with China. The TSI said the successful birth reflects the effectiveness of its science-based breeding program, supported by experts from China.
The cub is in stable condition and is being monitored around the clock. Early development indicators, including healthy vocalization, effective feeding and steady weight gain, have been observed. In the coming weeks, the cub is expected to show rapid growth, including fur development, eye opening and early motor skills. Experts from the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda remain on site to provide technical assistance.
On Dec. 4, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto officially named the newborn Satrio, meaning "warrior" or "hero," expressing hopes for resilience and strong cooperation between Indonesia and China in protecting endangered species.
The TSI said the birth strengthens Indonesia's standing in global conservation efforts and highlights the success of long-term international cooperation. The panda cub is not yet accessible to the public as health and welfare remain the top priority. ■