Discusses the order of the animal kingdom known as Xenarthra and describes fifteen different species, including the giant anteater, three-toed sloth, hairy armadillo, and pink fairy armadillo.
This book tells about the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the three-toed sloth and some of the evolutionary tricks they have developed to help them survive.
Color photos fill this overview of the sloth, which describes its physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, and threats to its survival. Also includes a glossary and a list of related resources.
Challenged by the other jungle animals for its seemingly lazy ways, a sloth living in a tree explains the many advantages of his slow and peaceful existence.