So I have developed a thing for sloths. I mean, these little creatures are so cute, what’s not to like?! I don’t think I’d mind being one. They are lazy and carefree – two characteristics I wish I had the opportunity to be again! (Not possible with a husband and two kids though)
As part of the Curious Facts contest run by @river-island, I have decided to share some fun facts about sloths. I didn’t even know a couple of these before I did my research!
5 Interesting Facts about Sloths
Sloth Fact #1: Sloths use the bathroom only once a week.
Can you imagine that? It’s sad in a way, since they typically suffer from constipation when it’s time to go. I’m sure it’s so painful for those cute little guys. And if you ever catch a sloth pooping, you could actually see his lower abdomen shrink before your eyes.
Sloth Fact #2: Sloths only sleep 10 hours a day.
Though they have a rep for being extremely lazy, they don’t actually sleep the whole time they are laying around. The only time they are upright, however, is when down on the ground of going to the bathroom.
Sloth Fact #3: Sloths are camouflaged by the green algae that grow on their fur.
Okay, I had no idea about this…and I have never seen a green sloth! But I am sure it’s helpful when they are in the trees, blending in, to protect themselves from predators.
Sloth Fact #4: A sloth’s grip can hold strong even after death.
So how do you know if a sloth has passed away or is just sleeping? That has to be tough! I guess it’s to be expected, as much time as they spend in trees. They even give birth hanging from a branch!
Sloth Fact #5: Sloths can live to be 40 years old.
That’s seriously a lot of lounging around!
If you'd like to learn more about sloths, check out my resources!
http://thefw.com/10-things-you-probably-didnt-know-about-sloths/
https://www.globalanimal.org/2014/06/17/15-surprising-sloth-facts/
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