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A second sloth dies after transfer to a central Florida zoo from troubled Sloth World

State investigators are reviewing warehouse conditions and possible animal cruelty as lawmakers push for tighter oversight after the deaths.

  • Thirty-One sloths died at the Sloth World warehouse facility before the Orlando attraction could open, leading to lawsuits and the attraction's cancellation.
  • Thirteen sloths were moved to the Central Florida Zoo, where two have since died and others remain in guarded condition.
  • The Florida Attorney General confirmed a criminal investigation is underway into the sloth deaths, with possible charges under animal cruelty laws.
  • The sloths were donated to the Central Florida Zoo, which is committed to providing the highest level of care and is working with relevant associations on their future care.
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3 'Sloth World' sloths rescued from Florida warehouse have died: What we know

The Central Florida Zoo announced Tuesday the death of Dumpling, one of 13 Sloth World sloths brought under its care in critical condition after being kept in a warehouse on International Drive.

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