The Red Panda

"Once found throughout China the endangered red panda has become extinct in Shanxi, Gansu, Qinghai and Guizhou Provinces and its range is now confined to Sichuan, Yunnan, and Tibet. Red pandas have suffered from habitat loss throughout their range. Forests have been cleared for timber extraction, agriculture, and development. In China, the species is thought to have undergone a decline of around 40% over the last 50 years. The panda has also been exploited for its pelt. Hats made from the lustrous fur are still desired in Yunnan in China for newlyweds as it traditionally symbolizes a happy marriage. Please buy a different hat."

WHAT YOU CAN DO

• Protect the habitat of the Red Panda in Nepal and Southern China by purchasing only FSC-certified paper products and furniture.

• Support conservation efforts and red panda captive breeding projects.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

• Visit the Red Panda Network,  WWF, and Pandas International.