About PandaWatch
Dedicated to the conservation and protection of giant pandas since 2008.
Our Mission
Protecting Pandas in Their Natural Habitat
PandaWatch was founded in 2008 by a team of wildlife biologists and conservationists dedicated to ensuring the survival of giant pandas in the wild. Based in Chengdu, China, with research stations across Sichuan, Shaanxi, and Gansu provinces, we work at the heart of panda country.
Our Team
Meet the researchers and conservationists working to protect giant pandas.
Dr. Wei Zhang
Director & Lead Researcher
Wildlife biologist with 25 years of panda research experience.
Dr. Lin Chen
Conservation Ecologist
Specializing in habitat restoration and bamboo forest ecology.
Marie Dubois
Community Programs Director
Building sustainable partnerships with local communities.
Dr. Carlos Rodriguez
Field Research Coordinator
Leading GPS tracking and population monitoring efforts.