Central Florida Zoo Offers Heartwarming Update and Photos of Nine Recovering Sloths

Central Florida Zoo Shares Heartwarming Update on Rescued Sloths in Quarantine Care

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has shared a new update on the nine rescued sloths currently receiving specialized care behind the scenes, and thankfully, there is some encouraging progress to report. According to the zoo, this weekend marks 30 days since the sloths first arrived into quarantine care.

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Since then, animal care teams, veterinarians, and nutrition specialists have been working around the clock to monitor and support the animals as they recover and adjust to their temporary new home. The zoo also shared new photos of all nine sloths: Dolce, Chewie, Leeloo, Hazel, Willow, Mojo Jojo, Blackberry, Phantom, and Pearl.

Perhaps the biggest update is that Chewie and Dolce are now out of intensive care, a promising sign after the pair initially required more advanced medical attention upon arrival. The remaining seven sloths are still under closer observation, though zoo officials say all continue receiving daily care, monitoring, and specially prepared diets tailored to their needs.

While the recovery process is still ongoing, the zoo says the sloths’ personalities are beginning to emerge more each day, hinting at brighter days ahead for the fuzzy little leaf-lovers.

The Central Florida Zoo first began caring for the sloths earlier this spring, though officials have remained careful and measured in sharing details while prioritizing the animals’ health and recovery. The update this week appears to be the most optimistic one yet.

And honestly, “Mojo Jojo the sloth” may already be winning the unofficial internet popularity contest. 🥹

The zoo says they plan to continue sharing updates on the sloths in the coming weeks as their progress continues.

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