Zoology of the ZooPl. LII
Linnaeus's two-toed sloth
Choloepus didactylus
Mammalia · Pilosa · Choloepodidae
Fig. 1. Linnaeus's two-toed sloth
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | Body length about 60-70 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 4-8 kg |
| Food | Leaves and fruit |
| Lifespan | About 20 years wild, 30+ in zoos |
| Society | Solitary |
| Habitat | tropical rainforest |
| Range | South America |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
Moves slowly to save energy; algae can grow in its fur.
Observe: Count the claws: two on the front feet, three on the back.