Red panda

🐾 Red Panda — Everything You Need to Know

The red panda (Ailurus fulgens) is an adorable but endangered animal living in the mountain forests of the Himalayas and southwestern China. Despite its name, it is not closely related to the giant panda.

Basic Facts

• Scientific name: Ailurus fulgens
• Family: Ailuridae
• Size: 50–64 cm (body)
• Weight: 3–6 kg
• Status: Endangered

Where Do They Live?

• Eastern Himalayas
• Southwestern China
• Humid mountain forests

Diet

• Bamboo (90 %)
• Fruits
• Mushrooms
• Eggs

Behavior

• Nocturnal
• Excellent climbers
• Solitary animals

Interesting Facts

• Name comes from Nepali word “ponya”
• They have a false thumb
• Inspired Master Shifu