5 Fascinating Facts About Sloth

Charles Strawn

Two Types of Sloths 

1

Sloths are categorized into two types: the two-toed and three-toed sloths, each with unique characteristics. 

Spend Most of Their Lives Hanging 

2

Sloths spend most of their lives hanging upside down from tree branches, thanks to their strong, curved claws. 

Slowest Metabolic Rate 

3

Due to the slowest metabolic rates, sloths require 30 days to fully digest one leaf. 

Only Defecate About Once a Week 

4

Sloths descend from trees to defecate about once a week, an activity that consumes their significant energy. 

Spend 20 Hours a Day Sleeping 

5

Sloths are extremely lazy, spending up to 20 hours a day sleeping. 

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