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29th July 2015
03:03pm BST

Jia Jia's birthday was celebrated with a lavish cake made of ice and vegetables. Perhaps not surprisingly, Jia Jia steered well clear of the concoction and instead feasted on her usual bamboo shoots.
The average lifespan of a giant panda is around 20 years in the wild and up to 30 years in captivity. The previous record holder, Dudu, died in 1999 at the age of 36.
So what's the secret of Jia Jia's longevity?
Apparently like most average grannies, Jia Jia spends her days solving small puzzles, climbing up and down a hill, and rolling around with toys... oh wait.
Ocean Park chief veterinarian Paolo Martelli told CNN that her activities are quite advanced compared to other ageing pandas.
Park workers say they strive to keep Jia Jia mentally stimulated so she continues to be interested in her surroundings.
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