LC Herbivore Rainforests
Up to 8 kg
Weight
10 yrs
Lifespan
20 km/h
Top Speed
Central and South America
Found In
Endemic to Central and South America, the Three-Toed Sloth is a herbivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing Up to 8 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Three-Toed Sloth | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 8 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 93% |
| Height | 52 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 20 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 50% |
| Avg Speed | 20 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 10 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↓ 56% |
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: 30–40 days
Offspring per Birth: 1-2
Lifespan: 10 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 #34 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | Common Snapping Turtle | 4.5–16 kg | LC |
| 33 | Patagonian Mara | 5.5–16 kg | LC |
| 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 |