Endemic to Central and South America, the Sloth is a herbivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing 3.6–9 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Sloth | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6.3 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 95% |
| Height | 55 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 0.1 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 100% |
| Avg Speed | 0.1 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Sloth inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Central and South America.
Typical coloring: Brown, Gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Sloth is a solitary species belonging to the Bradypodidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Sloth is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Sloth’s weight of 3.6–9 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #36 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Sloth weigh?
A Sloth typically weighs 3.6–9 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Sloth?
The Sloth is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Sloth live?
The Sloth is found in Central and South America, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Sloth reproduce?
The Sloth has a gestation period of 120–180 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026