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๐Ÿฆฅ International SLOTH Day 2024 โ€“ Oct 19

Quit SLOTHINโ€™ around, it’s time to pause for the claws. They don’t feel the need … the need for SPEED! Slow & slothy wins THIS day! Donโ€™t hurry, be happy this SLOTH-tober..

๐Ÿขย International SLOTH Day ORIGIN & HISTORY

International SLOTH Day was created in 2010 by the Foundation AIUNAU, a Colombian-based wildlife conservation group. The foundation, which has worked for years to protect sloths and other animals, wanted to raise awareness about the slow-paced creatures and the environmental challenges they face. AIUNAU chose the 3rd Saturday in October as a day to highlight slothsโ€™ importance to ecosystems and educate people about the conservation efforts needed to protect them from threats like habitat destruction, illegal pet trade, and deforestation.

The inspiration behind International Sloth Day stems from AIUNAUโ€™s hands-on work in rescuing and rehabilitating sloths. They recognized that sloths, despite their iconic โ€œlazyโ€ image, play a critical role in maintaining the health of tropical rainforests. The foundationโ€™s goal was to shift public perception, moving away from seeing sloths merely as cute and sleepy animals and encouraging people to see them as vital creatures that need protection.

Since then, International Sloth Day has gained global recognition, with animal welfare organizations, zoos, and conservationists celebrating the day through educational programs, social media campaigns, and events focused on sloth preservation. Itโ€™s become a day to not only admire the slothโ€™s charming slow nature but also to reflect on the ongoing need to protect the species and their habitats.

๐Ÿƒ HOW to Celebrate & Observe International SLOTH Day?

Not sure how to LOVE the day? Weโ€™ve got a few interesting ideas to consider that may help get you started.

Here are some activities you can do on International SLOTH Day!

๐Ÿ’™ VISIT a Zoo or Sanctuary

Check out a local zoo or wildlife sanctuary that cares for sloths. Learn more about their habitat and behaviors from experts.

๐Ÿ’™ DONATE to Sloth Conservation

Support groups that protect sloths and their habitats, like Foundation AIUNAU, or other wildlife organizations below.

  • The Sloth Conservation Foundation (SloCo) โ€“ This organization, based in Costa Rica, focuses on protecting sloths through research, education, and habitat preservation efforts.
  • The Sloth Institute Costa Rica โ€“ This institute researches and rehabs sloths, helping orphaned or injured sloths return to the wild.
  • Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) โ€“ WCN supports sloth conservation efforts, along with other wildlife, by funding projects and raising awareness.
  • World Wildlife Fund (WWF) โ€“ While WWF focuses on many species, they also work on protecting sloths through broader habitat conservation in rainforests.
  • Panama Wildlife Conservation (PWC) โ€“ This group is involved in sloth rescue and rehabilitation in Panama, working to protect local wildlife, including sloths.

๐Ÿ’™ WATCH Sloth Documentaries

Spend the day learning more about sloths by watching nature documentaries that feature them. David Attenborough has seen it all when it comes to sloths!

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๐Ÿ’™ READ Books or Articles about Sloths

Whether itโ€™s a fun childrenโ€™s book or an article about sloth conservation, reading up is a great way to celebrate.

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SaleBestseller No. 2 Bedtime for Baby Sloth $9.29

๐Ÿ’™ RELAX like a Sloth

Take a page out of the slothโ€™s book and spend the day relaxing, moving slowly, and taking time out for yourself.

๐Ÿ’™ RAISE Social Awareness

Use social media posts with the hashtags #InternationalSlothDay, #Sloth, #Sloths, #SlothLife, #SlothLove, #SlothLover, #TwoToedSloth, #ThreeToedSloth, #Panama, #AnimalHolidays, #OctoberHolidays, #Holiday, #FindADayToLOVE, #iHEARTdays to support the importance of celebrating, promoting, and sharing with the world why you โค๏ธ International SLOTH Day.

LEARN more about the SLOTH

SLOTH FACTS FOR KIDS

DAVID ATTENBOROUGH VISITS A SLOTH

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