The zoologist who first named the species did think the bears were related to tree sloths because of their long, thick claws and unusual teeth but later research found that the two animals had no ...

It was a European zoologist, George Shaw, who named the sloth bear for its long, thick claws and unusual teeth. He thought that the bear was related to the tree sloth due to these features," the ...

Growing up in southern, Kevin Vogel developed a love for animals by watching nature shows. Then, for 20 years, he and his ...

The sloth bear gets its name from its long, thick claws and unusual teeth, comparable to those of the sloth. It is also known for being the only species of bear that carries its young on their ...

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — The San Diego Zoo announced on Wednesday the results of a public poll that determines the names of two sloth bear cubs that were born back in December. While asking ...

New research shows 8,000-pound sloths once dug caves, adapted to oceans, and roamed widely—until climate and humans brought ...

Sloth bears feed primarily on insects, especially termites and ants. Their powerful forelimbs, long and curved claws and specially adapted lips allow them to suck insects from nests with ...