SANKHUWASABHA: Study on Red Panda, an endangered species, has commenced in 10 districts of the country. The research is one of the biggest of its kind in the country. Red Panda Network Nepal (RPNN) has taken the initiative with financial support from the World Wildlife Fund.

Locally known as Habre, Red Panda is found in ten districts of Nepal.

Sunil Shakya, coordinator RPNN informed that their effort aimed at preserving the endangered species. He said,' We have started the study in various conservation areas spread over Panchthar, Taplejung, Shankhuwasabha, Solukhumbhu, Ramechhap, Ilam, Dolakha, Sindhupalchowk, Rasuwa and Khotang districts.

A team headed by Pravat Pal has started the study in Makalu Barun National Park and Conservation Area The Pandas are found at a height of 1500-3000 metre.

Pal said,' We have started the study to find out the numbers and situation of the Pandas.' Meanwhile coordinator Shakya said that they had started the study for the preservation of the endangered species.