Ailurus fulgens, commonly known as the red panda, is native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China. It has a distinctive reddish-brown fur, a bushy tail with rings, and a waddling gait due to its short front legs. Red pandas are arboreal and primarily feed on bamboo, but they also eat eggs, birds, and insects. They are solitary creatures known for their playful behavior and are considered a vulnerable species due to habitat loss.

The Ailurus fulgens, commonly known as the red panda, is native to the Himalayan mountains. Its geographical distribution extends across the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China, encompassing countries such as Nepal, India, Bhutan, Myanmar, and China (specifically in the provinces of Sichuan, Yunnan, and Tibet).

Red pandas inhabit temperate forests with abundant bamboo, which is their primary food source. These forests are typically found at altitudes ranging from 2,200 to 4,800 meters (7,200 to 15,700 feet) and are characterized by a cool, moist climate. The region experiences significant seasonal variation, with cold winters and mild summers.

Red pandas are arboreal, spending the majority of their time in trees. Their ecological niche is closely linked to the bamboo forests they inhabit, as bamboo constitutes the bulk of their diet. They are adapted to a solitary lifestyle, with a territory that they mark and defend. Their physical adaptations include a thick fur coat to withstand cold temperatures and a long, bushy tail for balance and warmth.