A red panda has been spotted enjoying the spring scenery atop a rocky peak in Yunnan's Gaoligong Mountain National Nature Reserve. Infrared cameras captured the adorable animal braving through swirling mist and gusty winds for the scenic view. Researchers say red pandas typically climb to higher ground for food or to bask in the sun. As a nationally protected species, they inhabit high-altitude forests in China's Xizang, Yunnan and Sichuan. #ChinaSeen #ChinaVibes | CGTN

Rare red panda enjoys berries in southwest China A red panda had a feast of berries at Wawushan Nature Reserve in Meishan City of southwest China's Sichuan Province on Monday. It spent almost an hour enjoying the feast before heading back into the forest. With a global population of less than 10,000, they are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List and are under second-class state protection in China. #ChorusofLife | CCTV

Red pandas are small, tree-dwelling mammals found in the eastern Himalayas and parts of China, known for their fluffy red coats, bushy tails, and fondness for bamboo. Despite their charm, these animals face serious challenges in the wild, from deforestation and poaching to fragmented habitats that make finding food and mates increasingly difficult. In captivity, they are given a safer life with regular meals, veterinary care, and breeding programs that help protect the species. As a result, red