Giant panda twins born to oldest first-time mum

In a delightful turn of events, Hong Kong is celebrating the birth of twin giant pandas, thanks to their beloved mother, Ying Ying. This occasion is particularly special because Ying Ying is the oldest giant panda on record to give birth for the first time. She welcomed her cubs on a Thursday, just one day shy of her 19th birthday. To put this into perspective, if Ying Ying were a human, she would be around 57 years old. The news has sparked a wave of joy among panda lovers, with over a thousand congratulatory comments flooding in on Facebook after a photo of the twins was shared. The cubs, a male and a female, are currently receiving round-the-clock care as they are still very fragile and need time to stabilize. Ocean Park Hong Kong has expressed their excitement, stating, 'We are all looking forward to meeting the giant panda cubs. Please wait a few months patiently to make their debut and officially meet everyone! ' nnAmong the twins, the female cub appears to be more delicate. Her body temperature is lower, and her cries are not as strong as her brother's. She weighs just 122 grams, which is quite light for a newborn panda. The caretakers at Ocean Park are closely monitoring her condition to ensure she receives the best care possible. Ying Ying, understandably, was quite nervous during the birthing process. According to Ocean Park, she spent most of her time lying down and twisting on the ground, which is typical behavior for giant pandas during such a stressful time. nnGiant pandas are known for being reluctant to mate, which makes the birth of these twins even more remarkable. Ying Ying and the twins' father, Le Le, have been residents of Ocean Park since 2007, when they were gifted to Hong Kong by Beijing. The successful mating that led to the birth of the twins took place in March. Thanks to China's long-term conservation efforts, the population of giant pandas has been steadily increasing, and they are no longer classified as endangered. Beyond being attractions at theme parks, giant pandas play a crucial role in their ecosystem, and their conservation is vital for maintaining biodiversity.