What's The Slowest Mammal In The World
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The three-toed sloth is the slowest mammal in the world, known for its incredibly slow movement, low metabolism.
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It is also known for its lifestyle of hanging upside down in the rainforest trees of Central and South America.
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This adaptation helps it conserve energy while being masters of camouflage.
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Their sluggishness is an evolutionary adaptation for survival, helping them avoid predators by blending in with their environment.
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A three-toed sloth can move at an average of about 0.15 miles per hour on the ground.
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In the trees, they can "accelerate" to about 4.6 meters per minute, but this is still extremely slow compared to other mammals.
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Their long arms and short shoulder blades give them a wide reach with minimal movement, saving energy as they hang and climb.
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They sleep 15-20 hours a day, often remaining motionless even when awake.
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