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A Sloth Can Hold Its Breath for 40 Minutes Underwater — and 6 Other Facts For International Sloth Day
BY STACEY LEASCA OCTOBER 20, 2018

Let’s just get one thing straight: Sloths are the most magical creatures on earth. They are adorable, love warm climates, laze about all day, and their course furry bodies provide a home to hundreds of other organisms. But, there’s a lot more to these delightful mammals than you may realize. And this weekend may be the best time to learn more about them because Oct. 20 is “International Sloth Day.” We think this is a holiday is really worth celebrating. Here are seven ridiculously fun facts about sloths to get the party started.

Sloths are ridiculously good swimmers

Sloths can swim three times faster than they can walk on land. And because of their ability to slow their heart rates to one-third its normal rate, they can also hold their breath for a whopping 40 minutes under water.

More:
https://www.travelandleisure.com/animals/international-sloth-day