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Pygmy Three-Toed Sloths(Bradypus Pygmeaus)( B. pygmeaus) are found in one location off the coast of Panama, Isla Escudo de Veraguas. They were recognized as a species in 2001, and are the smallest of all of the sloth species. They prefer to live in the mangroves on the island; approximately 2.5% of the total land area. The biggest threat to this species is from human interference including habitat loss, and degregadation.
Fun Facts About Pygmy three-toed sloths:
Pygmy sloths are the smallest of the three toed sloths
They can extend their tounges 10-12 inches out of their mouths
They can stay up in trees up to 7 days- only leaving to urinate or deficate
These sloths are great swimmers and can hold their breath up to 40 mins
The algae on their hair can act as a camoflague to hide from predators
They feed on the mangrove leaves in the areas they live.
"I love the straightforwardness and steadiness of the sloth. I admire how much they seem to take their time and will not be rushed. The soft smile of the sloth is an example of the calm presence that they exude."
— Mike Wiesmeier
Keywords: Critically Endangered, species, algae
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