Aspen the two-toed sloth, mastering life upside down

Aspen the two-toed sloth, mastering life upside down

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Biology

11th Grade - University

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Sloths spend most of their lives hanging upside down in trees, performing activities like eating and sleeping. Their fur grows in the opposite direction to other mammals, aiding in rainwater runoff and supporting algae growth for camouflage. Sloths have strong claws for climbing but are cumbersome on the ground. Surprisingly, they are excellent swimmers. Despite these adaptations, sloths face threats from habitat fragmentation and illegal pet trade. This video focuses on the two-toed sloth.

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe how sloths are adapted for climbing trees.

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What surprising ability do sloths have despite their slow nature?

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