The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens announced that Bandit, a sloth recently brought into its care, has died. Staff noted that Bandit was in critical condition from the time of his arrival, showing severe lethargy, dehydration, nutritional and electrolyte imbalances, and gastrointestinal complications. Veterinary and animal‑care teams provided assisted feedings, fluid therapy, blood monitoring and vitamin supplementation, and kept him in a specialized padded holding area for safety and comfort.
Bandit was one of 13 sloths that arrived for a standard 30‑day quarantine designed to protect both new and existing animals. The zoo said it will continue to closely monitor the remaining sloths as they adjust to their new environment. More information is available at https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/sloths-at-the-central-florida-zoo/.
Press release issued by Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens:
https://www.centralfloridazoo.org/media-alert-central-florida-zoo-announces-passing-of-bandit-the-sloth/
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