The sloth spends almost its entire life in the trees of tropical rainforests. Its curved claws give it a firm grip on the branches of the trees. Since it always hangs from the branches upside down, the sloth's fur grows from its belly towards its back, instead of growing from its back or head. This allows rainwater to drain away better.The Schleich figures are modelled with attention to detail, lovingly hand-painted with care, and provide children with educationally valuable playtime. Features Premium Quality Motif: Sloth Schleich Figurines are Modelled in the Finest Detail Helps Children Learn While They Play Suitable for Children Aged 3 to 8 YearsScientific Facts Scientific Name: Bradypus Global Home: South America Conservation Status: Least Concern Primary Habitat: Subtropical ForestFun FactA sloth's claws look like meathooks and grow to a length of 1012 cm.