A sloth taking a nap!

A sloth is photographed scratching its belly while sleeping!

The sloth in the video is a two-toed sloth named "Nel"

Today, he closed his eyes and scratched his tummy while sleeping!

The reason why we scratch our stomachs is actually related to how our bodies work.

It is said that the fur of wild sloths is home to moss, algae, moths called slow moths, and other living creatures.
This is a symbiotic relationship that helps sloths blend into nature with camouflage and also provides food.

However, it is thought that the creatures living in the sloth's fur can sometimes cause a slight itchy sensation on the skin, causing the sloth to slowly scratch in response to this discomfort.

Furthermore, sloths have one of the slowest metabolisms of any mammal.
The skin's turnover is also very slow, so old dead skin cells tend to remain, making the body prone to dryness and itching.

Therefore, this scratching behavior is a ``very normal gesture'' that is born from the sloth's unique body structure and lifestyle!
Even this ordinary moment is filled with sloths' unique ingenuity for survival!

We also offer limited-time sloth guided tours and sloth snack experiences (200 yen each) where you can learn more about sloths.

Please come to our store and observe the ecology and lifestyle of sloths up close!

We look forward to your visit.

*The treat sales event may be canceled depending on the health of the animals.
*The sloth guided tour times vary depending on the day.