Approximately 38 percent of the total potential red panda habitat is in Nepal. We work with yak herders and other community groups to reduce human impact on the red panda’s fragile habitat. Any person found guilty of killing, buying or selling red pandas faces a fine of up to $1,000 and/or up to ten years in jail. Other community initiatives to stop the hunting and capture of red pandas for income include:
Making yak dung briquettes. These provide an alternative way to generate income and can be used for fuel instead of cutting down red panda habitat for wood.
Creating tourism packages. Attracting tourists provides an alternative method for generating income.