The Red Panda
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Informative Red Panda Facts
Red Pandas Hibernate When temperature start to lower, red pandas will go into hibernation. They will find a safe place, curl up their tails, and go into a deep sleep.
Red Pandas Sleep For Two Thirds of the Day
Red pandas sleep for roughly 17 hours a day. They are identified as both nocturnal and crepuscular
They are Carnivores
The red Panda is classified as a carnivore because they are descended from the same ancestors that were carnivores. But, their diet mainly consists of bamboo.
The Population
The red panda is an endangered animal and there is less than 10,000 in the world. But there are only 2,500 know to be left in the wild.
What You Need to Know
About the Red Panda
Speed: 24 mph
Weight: 8 -- 14 lbs (Male) 6 -- 13 lbs (female)
Lifespan: About 18 -- 23 Years
Known For: Being skilled climbers and using trees for shelter
Closest Relatives: Skunks, Raccoons and weasels
Fun Facts About Red Pandas
Red pandas are usually quiet, but when they do make sounds, they will tweet, squeal, and even quack.
Red pandas got the name 'panda' about 50 years before the black and white variety was discovered.
The Red panda usually eat up 98% bamboo daily and they eat up to 20,000 leaves a day!