What is a surprising fact about sloths' swimming abilities?

Sloths: Surprising Swimmers

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Biology, Science
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5th - 8th Grade
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Ethan Morris
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They can run faster than a cheetah.
They can dive deeper than a whale.
They can swim faster than they can walk.
They can fly short distances.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why do biologists believe sloths are good swimmers?
They evolved it recently.
They learned it from dolphins.
They have always lived in water.
They inherited it from their semi-aquatic ancestors.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do sloths benefit from their swimming abilities in the jungle?
They can escape predators easily.
They can travel to new areas for food and mates.
They can build nests in water.
They can hunt fish.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What helps sloths keep their heads above water while swimming?
Their extra neck vertebrae.
Their strong jaws.
Their long tails.
Their webbed feet.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What unique adaptation helps sloths stay buoyant in water?
Their lightweight bones.
Their thick fur.
Their large lungs.
Their slow digestion producing gas.
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