Quick Facts
Facts sourced from Wikidata (CC0).
Best Months to Spot
Most sightings recorded in Jan, Jun, Jul. Data from GBIF - a global database of verified wildlife observations by researchers and citizen scientists.
Conservation Status
Conservation hubFaces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.
The red panda faces significant threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation and human encroachment, as well as poaching. Conservation efforts include habitat restoration, anti-poaching patrols, and community-based conservation programs. Responsible tourism helps by funding these initiatives and raising awareness, providing economic incentives for local communities to protect the red panda's habitat.
The red panda, also known as the lesser panda, is a small mammal native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has dense reddish-brown fur with a black belly and legs, white-lined ears, a mostly white muzzle and a ringed tail. Its head-to-body length is 51–63.5 cm (20.1–25.0 in) with a 28–48.5 cm (11.0–19.1 in) tail, and it weighs between 3.2 and 15 kg. It is well adapted to climbing due to its flexible joints and curved semi-retractile claws.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to Find
Top parks for Red Panda. Sightings recorded in 2 safari areas total.
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