Sloth World Orlando Faces Scrutiny as Sloth Death Toll Rises to 55
The death toll of sloths associated with Sloth World Orlando has reached 55, following the recent death of a sloth named Dumpling. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reported that 21 sloths died under the care of Sloth World, with additional deaths occurring after the animals were transferred to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens. The sloths suffered from malnutrition and other health issues, with some dying from a condition known as 'cold stun.' Sloth World, which was in the process of opening to the public, has permanently closed following these incidents.