Choloepus (Noun)
Meaning
A genus of Megalonychidae consisting of the two-toed sloth.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The choloepus is native to Central and South America, and is also known as the two-toed sloth due to its unique claws.
- Choloepus sloths have thick, long fur that can be home to various species of algae and insects.
- In the wild, choloepus can be found in the rainforests of Central and South America, where they spend most of their time in the trees.
- Choloepus sloths are herbivores and feed on leaves, fruits, and flowers, using their long tongues to gather food.
- Choloepus is one of the slowest-moving animals on Earth, with a top speed of about 0.15 miles per hour on the ground.