Sloth bear
The sloth bear (Melursus ursinus) is an omnivorous mammal native to Asia.
The sloth bear, also known as the Indian bear, is a myrmecophagous bear species native to the Indian subcontinent. It feeds on fruits, ants and termites. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Melursus ursinus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Ursidae
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Found in
- Asia
- Weight
- 100 kg
- Length
- 1.6 m
- Lifespan
- 33.3 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Vulnerable
What does a sloth bear eat?
The sloth bear is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.
How big is a sloth bear?
The sloth bear weighs around 100 kg and measures about 1.6 m.
How long do sloth bears live?
In the wild, the sloth bear can live up to about 33.3 years.
Where do sloth bears live?
Sloth bears are found in Asia, in terrestrial habitats.
Is the sloth bear endangered?
The sloth bear is currently listed as “Vulnerable” on the IUCN Red List.