Sloth : Facts, Diet & More

Sloth is a small mammal found in South America.

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The name sloth is derived from its slowness which is one of the slowest creatures.

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There are only 6 species of sloth found all over the world, which often prefer to live in trees.

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The sloth is thought to be omnivorous, which may eat insects and lizards, but is mostly said to have soft bud and fruit.

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Sloths have a life span of 20 to 30 years.

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Sloths are 3 times more powerful than us humans.

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Sloth is such a wonderful creature in the world, that humans do not need to be afraid.

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