Sloths are famous for moving slowly, but that extreme pace has unexpected biological consequences. Because they spend so much time nearly motionless, algae can grow directly in their fur, turning the ...

Sloths appear vulnerable, yet they survive in environments filled with predators and hazards. This video examines specific ...

Sloths appear to have life figured out, and once the details are revealed, being envious makes sense. These tree-dwelling mammals have survived for millions of years by doing things their own way, and ...

The apparent docility and friendliness of “smiling” sloths have made them tourist darlings, but have also put a target on their backs. The rise in trafficking of these animals led the governments of ...