LC Herbivore Rainforests
3.6–9 kg
Weight
10–16 yrs
Lifespan
0.03–0.24 km/h
Top Speed
Central and South America
Found In
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.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| 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 | — | — |
| Lifespan | 13 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 42% |
Endemic to Central and South America
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Central and South America
Coloration: Brown, Gray
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 120–180 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 10–16 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #36 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | Three-Toed Sloth | Up to 8 kg | LC |
| 35 | Arctic Fox | 2.5–9 kg | LC |
| 36 | Sloth | 3.6–9 kg | LC |
| 37 | Bald Eagle | 3–6 kg | LC |
| 38 | Echidna | 2.5–6.5 kg | LC |
| 39 | Red Fox | 3–7 kg | LC |