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Red Panda
Ailurus fulgens
2
Mostly harmless
danger 2 out of 5
What you should know
Red pandas are fluffy, cat-sized animals that live in cool mountain forests in Asia, spending most of their time in trees and munching on bamboo and berries. They are shy and usually run away from people, but they can scratch or bite if they feel trapped or scared, so never try to touch one in the wild.
Whoa
Red pandas were discovered and named about 50 years before giant pandas, so technically the giant panda borrowed its name from them!
Staying safe around it
Treat it with respect, keep your distance, and tell a grown-up if you see one up close.
Always ask a grown-up before you touch any animal or plant. If something bites or stings you, tell an adult right away.
Source: Smithsonian's National Zoo
Read more about the red panda at Wikipedia.