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Where is the maned sloth found?
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Juvenile three-toed sloth (Bradypus) climbing a tree branch.
The maned sloth (Bradypus torquatus) is found exclusively in the small Atlantic forest region of southeastern Brazil.1
Due to its restricted range and habitat pressures, the International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) currently classifies the maned sloth as a vulnerable endangered species. Protecting these unique habitats is essential for the survival of this species and the preservation of biodiversity.2