sloth
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Keepers had raised concerns that Arlo seemed particularly lethargic, even by sloth standards.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
In one case, a nest was discovered inside the pulp cavity of a sloth tooth.
From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026
Researchers in Costa Rica have unearthed fossils from a mastodon and a giant sloth that lived as many as 40,000 years ago, officials announced Friday, calling it the biggest such find here in decades.
From Barron's • Feb. 13, 2026
I would wake earlier, but I think in a past life I was a two-toed sloth or something because I’m nocturnal and I move very slowly.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025
“So Ernie’s on the floor, sloth silent, and I’m talking to your grandma. Grandpop was in the bathroom. Next thing I know, the old man came out to join us and tripped over your brother!”
From "As Brave As You" by Jason Reynolds
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