31 Sloths Die at Sloth World Orlando Warehouse Before Attraction Opens
Thirty-one sloths died at a Florida warehouse owned by Sloth World Orlando before the attraction could open. The animals were shipped from Guyana in December 2024 and Peru in February 2025, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
Thirty-one sloths died while waiting for Sloth World Orlando to open what it called the world's first "slotharium." The deaths happened over four months at a warehouse owned by the company.
The sloths came from two shipments - one from Guyana in December 2024 and another from Peru in February 2025. Some animals died during poor conditions at the Florida warehouse, while others arrived already dead from South America, according to authorities.
Sloth World Orlando had planned to open this year as a new tourist attraction. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission investigated the deaths after reports surfaced about the conditions.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about moving wild animals across continents for entertainment purposes. Sloths are sensitive creatures that move slowly and can be easily stressed by travel and new environments.
This shows the risks of moving exotic animals long distances for entertainment. It raises questions about animal welfare at tourist attractions and whether wildlife should be used this way.
Details about the investigation and any penalties for Sloth World Orlando are still emerging.
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