Do you know why sloths move so slowly? It’s because they have an extremely low metabolic rate, which means they move at a sluggish pace through the treetops. Get more facts on this sluggish tree-dweller: https://wwf.to/3S24wMN. | World Wildlife Fund

It’s International Sloth Day 🦥💚! But why celebrate them? These slow moving tree-dwellers are not only adorable, but they are threatened yet incredibly important throughout their range in Central & South America. Sloths help regulate plant growth by feeding on leaves from a variety of trees, which supports a balanced canopy and benefits many other species. They also recycle nutrients through leaf digestion and ground fertilization, thus supporting the entire forest ecosystem. Sloths are also in