The Basics

Daily sleep: 15 – 18 hours Scientific name: Folivora Higher classification: Sloths and Anteaters Mass: 5 – 22 lbs Gestation period: 171 days Length: 17 – 31 in.

Fun Facts

Sloths have algae on their back because of how slow they move, giving them camoflauge. Sloths are acually good swimmers, but are helpless on land. Sloths go to the bathroom once a week, and in the same place because of their vulnerablity to predators Even if sloths die, they can still maintain their grip. Three toed sloths can turn their head 360 degrees. Sloths are nocturnal. Sloths can live up to 40 years.