We’ve all seen adorable videos of playful red pandas, but have you ever seen one sleep? Wildlife Rescuers shared the cutest video you’ll see today of a sleeping red panda, high up in a tree, getting some really good sleep. Not only is he catching some serious zzz’s, he’s also snoring and drooling while he’s doing it!

You’ll definitely want to make sure your sound is on because it’s not every day that you get to listen to a red panda snore. We bet you watch this video more than once!

Wildlife Rescuers’ video totally made our day! We weren’t alone; other viewers left some funny comments about the snoozing red panda. @Linda C. shared, “The drool is killin’ me!!!!”

@ReeRee724 said what we were thinking, “Bruh I wish I can sleep that good LOL!” @Ariesfireandlove shared, “Sounds like my dog who looks like a red panda bear!”

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Where Do Red Pandas Sleep?

Wildlife Rescuers explained in the video’s caption why the red panda was snoozing high up in the tree:

“Red pandas often choose to rest high up in trees, where branches provide both safety and shade. While asleep, some red pandas produce gentle snoring sounds, similar to humans. This happens because, like us, they have soft tissues in their nose and throat that can vibrate as air passes through during breathing. Snoring is not uncommon in animals with short snouts or certain sleeping positions, and in red pandas, it’s simply a natural part of their rest rather than a sign of distress. Their tree-top naps, combined with these soft snores, highlight both their unique adaptations and their resemblance to more familiar mammals.”

Ever wonder how red pandas manage not to fall out of trees while they sleep, even when they’re in such a deep sleep? They usually snooze on branches or in tree hollows, using their long, bushy tails for balance and extra comfort.

How much do red pandas sleep? A lot! Louisville Zoo shared, “Red pandas are considered crepuscular (active at dawn and dusk), sleeping up to 17 hours a day. They are avid climbers due to the habitat they are found in and often sleep in trees during the daytime.”

This story was originally reported by PetHelpful on Sep 13, 2025, where it first appeared in the Pet News section. Add PetHelpful as a Preferred Source by clicking here.