Red pandas are small, tree-dwelling mammals native to the Himalayan region and parts of China. Known for their striking reddish-brown fur, bushy tails, and playful nature, they are primarily herbivorous, feeding on bamboo, berries, and fruits. Red panda babies, called cubs, are born blind and covered in pale fur. They stay in their nests for the first few months, relying on their mothers for warmth and food. As they grow, they begin exploring their surroundings, learning to climb and forage. Cub

Happy International Red Panda Day!! Though similar in character and appearance to raccoons and bears, the tree-dwelling, bamboo-munching red panda is in a family of its own. Made for a life in the trees, the red panda travels through the canopy with ease. Not only is the panda a great climber, it is also an amazing jumper, clearing distances up to five feet. Hair on the bottom of its feet keeps the panda from slipping on branches. The Cincinnati Zoo is proud to support Red Panda Network, the wor