Sloth Fart Captured on Video for First Time, Researchers Claim
In a potentially groundbreaking moment for sloth science, a video shared on Instagram appears to show a baby Hoffman’s two-toed sloth (Choloepus hoffmanni) passing gas while submerged in water. The footage, posted on Tuesday, July 15, has led to speculation that it may be the first documented instance of a sloth fart.
The individual who shared the video, identified as Cooke, stated, “Yes, sloths do fart. And I may have just witnessed the first documented case.”
While the scientific community has long debated whether sloths, known for their slow metabolism and unique digestive processes, are capable of producing flatulence, this video offers a visual piece of evidence. Further research may be needed to definitively confirm the nature of the event and its implications for understanding sloth physiology.
