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Schönbrunn Zoo recently had a special offspring: On November 18, a two-toed sloth was born. This is the 14th offspring for the pair of sloths that can be found in the aviary. "We are very happy about this offspring. Sloths are among the most fascinating and at the same time most comfortable animals that delight our visitors," explains zoo director Dr. Stephan Hering-Hagenbeck.

The sloth mother looks after her young one lovingly, which is nursed for around six months. But milk is not the only thing on the menu: the young animal is already nibbling on vegetables such as celery or lettuce from time to time. Initially well hidden in the mother's soft belly fur, the offspring are now so big that they can be easily observed with the necessary patience.

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[–] LuxSpark@lemmy.cafe 7 points 18 hours ago (1 children)

I read two-faced sloth at first. I thought that was a bit harsh.

[–] Nelots@lemm.ee 1 points 10 hours ago

That's just because you haven't seen all the shit he's been talking behind your back.