Florida launches criminal investigation into Orlando's Sloth World after dozens of sloth deaths
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- Category: Environment
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 15:34 UTC
- Sources: Inside Climate News
State attorneys opened a probe into the planned tourist attraction after most of the imported wild sloths failed to survive, raising questions about animal welfare and regulatory compliance. The investigation was announced by the Florida Attorney General.
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