A slow-moving, arboreal mammal of Central and South American rainforests that spends most of its life hanging upside down from tree branches. Their extremely low metabolism means they sleep up to 20 hours a day and descend to the ground only about once a week.
Weight: Weight: 10-20 lbs.
Size: Length: 24 to 31 inches.
Lifespan: Human Care: 30-40 years. Wild: 15-20 years.
Location: South America: Bolivia, Brazil, Ecuador, Venezuela, Colombia, Peru
IUCN is the International Union for Conservation of Nature. They collectively work to determine what animals are endangered, at risk, or stable. Learn More about IUCN here.
IUCN Red Status: Least Concern
IUCN Green Status: Not Evaluated
