Ages 3+
The red panda is a small mammal that lives in the eastern Himalayas and southwest China. It eats mainly bamboo. In the same way as the red panda from schleich® WILDLIFE, at first glance, the animal looks like a cross between a raccoon, a fox and a cat. And despite its name, it isn’t a panda. A new animal family was created for the red panda, with the scientific name Ailurus.
The red panda has a striped tail, red-brown fur and powerful paws with sharp claws.
Fun Fact: When red pandas nap they place their bushy tail protectively over their face.
Scientific facts
- Scientific name: Ailurus
- Global Home: South-West China
Size: 8.6 x 2.5 x 3.4cm