China, Nepal, Bhutan, IndiaAt just 3–6 kg, the Red Panda (Ailurus fulgens) is one of the lightest herbivore mammals (#45 of 50). Found in China, Nepal, Bhutan, India, it inhabits himalayan foothills habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Red Panda | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 96% |
| Height | 57.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 0.3 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 99% |
| Avg Speed | 0.3 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Red Panda inhabits himalayan foothills habitats. It can be found in China, Nepal, Bhutan, India.
Typical coloring: Reddish-brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Red Panda is a solitary species belonging to the Ailuridae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
EN The Red Panda is classified as Endangered. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Red Panda’s weight of 3–6 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #25 of 31 Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blue Whale | Up to 200 tons | EN |
| 2 | Asian Elephant | 2000–5000 kg | EN |
| 3 | Whale Shark | Up to 1500 kg | EN |
| 4 | Grevy's Zebra | 350–450 kg | EN |
| 5 | Baird's Tapir | 150–400 kg | EN |
Related Species
How much does a Red Panda weigh?
A Red Panda typically weighs 3–6 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Red Panda?
The Red Panda is classified as “Endangered”. There are 31 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Red Panda live?
The Red Panda is found in China, Nepal, Bhutan, India, in himalayan foothills habitats.
How does the Red Panda reproduce?
The Red Panda has a gestation period of 112–158 days and typically produces 1-4 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026