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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