Are red pandas increasing or decreasing?

Red pandas are decreasing in numbers and are considered Endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN).

Here are some of the reasons for their decline:

* Habitat loss and fragmentation: Deforestation, mainly due to agriculture and logging, is a major threat.

* Hunting and poaching: Red pandas are hunted for their fur and sometimes for traditional medicine.

* Climate change: Changing temperatures and precipitation patterns may impact their habitat and food sources.

* Disease: Red pandas are susceptible to diseases like distemper and canine parvovirus.

While conservation efforts are underway, more needs to be done to protect this unique and beautiful species.