LHMF 06-08-26 Saving the Sloths- update

LHMF 06-08-26 Saving the Sloths- update

From Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW by Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW

June 10, 2026 · 27 min

About this episode

An update on the challenges faced by sloths during the preparation for a new exhibit in Florida.

An encore of our 'savings the sloths' episode with an update from Marilyn. This past week (late April/early May 2026) we’ve seen numerous stories about sloths that were lost during what was supposed to be preparation for a new exhibit/destination in Florida called Sloth World. It came to light that many of the sloths died due to a combination of poor travel conditions, failure to keep a proper climate in their holding areas, and digestive upsets. This exhibit will now NOT be opening due to what has happened, and Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens is currently working ‘round the clock to save the remaining sloths. I want to encourage anyone who has a heart for these precious, magical little animals to visit one of the three websites shown here and learn more and even to donate if you are so inclined: www.slothconservation.org www.jaguarrescue.foundation www.centralfloridazoo.org Everything helps. Let’s support those helping our wildlife, and let’s also work to educate more people about the specific challenges some of these species are facing. Thank you!

Topics covered

  • sloths
  • animal conservation
  • zoo management
  • wildlife education
  • environmental issues

Keywords

  • sloths
  • conservation
  • Florida
  • zoo
  • wildlife
  • exhibit
  • animal welfare

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Sloth Conservation, Jaguar Rescue Foundation

Places: Florida

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