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Definition of red panda

red panda

Plural:red pandas
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A small, arboreal mammal (Ailurus fulgens) native to the eastern Himalayas and southwestern China, recognized by its dense reddish-brown fur, dark underparts, and long ringed tail, which feeds primarily on bamboo.

Example

"During our trek through the temperate forests of the Himalayas, we were lucky enough to spot a red panda resting high up in the bamboo canopy."

Word Nuance & Usage

Although sharing a name and a specialized bamboo diet with the giant panda, the red panda is not a true bear and belongs to an entirely different family (Ailuridae), more closely related to raccoons and skunks.

• Nearby Words

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Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Red panda. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 13, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/red-panda
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