Sloth Bear

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Their range is limited to the Indian sub-continent and surrounding areas.
Sloth bears are adaptable, living in both forests and grasslands. Insects are a staple of their diet, however, they eat a variety of fruits, plants and other food stuffs in their territory.
Habitat destruction and poaching are two factors influencing population trends. The IUCN lists them as a vulnerable species.
© 2004 Patricia A. Michaels.
