10 strange looking animals you don’t know exist (With Pictures)

9. The Red Panda

This cute little guy is a herbivorous animal (most of the time). It is not a big animal, growing just slightly larger than the domestic cat. The red panda has semi retractable claws and like the large panda, it has a ‘false thumb’ which is just an extension of the wrist bone.

The red panda has defense mechanisms which include thick fur on the soles of its feet which offer protection from the cold and hides its sweat glands. This animal is so adorable to look at, reminding us a little of Kung-Fu Panda (if his distant cousin happened to visit).