red panda

ignore the voice pls.Red pandas are arboreal mammals from the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China, known for their reddish-brown fur, ringed tails, and excellent climbing skills. They are primarily crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk) and spend most of their lives in trees, where they eat a diet of bamboo and other items like fruit, eggs, and insects. These solitary animals are currently listed as endangered due to habitat loss, and they have adaptations like a "false thumb" and sharp claws to help them navigate their environment. Fur and tail: They have dense, reddish-brown fur, a black belly and legs, a mostly white muzzle, and a long, bushy, ringed tail that they use for balance and warmth. Size: They are slightly larger than a domestic cat, with a head-to-body length of 51–63.5 cm (20.1–25.0 in) and a tail that adds another 28–48.5 cm (11.0–19.1 in). Adaptations: Their physical adaptations include flexible ankles for climbing down trees headfirst, sharp, semi-retractable claws for grip, and a "false thumb" (an extended wrist bone) for grasping food.