Costa Rica Wildlife Guide
72 species across birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, butterflies, and insects. Filter by category, region, or elevation.
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Hoffmann's Two-toed Sloth in Costa Rica
Choloepus hoffmanni
Two-toed Sloths · ~60 cm · all
CaribbeanPacificOsaCentral Valley
Slow-moving arboreal mammal recognized by its long, curved claws and shaggy coat. Nocturnal — often seen sleeping curled up in canopy branches by day.
Fun Facts
- ▸Hosts entire miniature ecosystems in its fur, including specialized moths and algae that give it a greenish tint.
- ▸Digestion is so slow that food can take up to a month to pass through.
- ▸Descends to the ground only about once a week, primarily to defecate.
Best Months
Year-round
Featured On
- · 7-Day Private Birding Tour
- · Custom Wildlife Tour
