The sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), also known as the Indian bear, is a myrmecophagous bear species native to the Indian subcontinent. It feeds on fruits, ants and termites.

Jan 7, 2026 · Sloth bear, forest-dwelling bear inhabiting tropical or subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. Named for its slow-moving habits, the sloth bear can neither see nor hear well but …

Jan 6, 2026 · Two sloth bear cubs were born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute (NZCBI) on December 7—marking the Zoo’s first sloth bear births since …

The shaggy-coated sloth bear is native to India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Sloth bears primarily eat termites and ants, and unlike other bear species, they routinely carry their cubs on their backs.

The Sloth bear (Melursus ursinus) is a myrmecophagous bear species native to the Indian subcontinent. It is listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, mainly because of habitat loss …

The sloth bear often has a white patch of fur on its chest in the shape of a Y, O, or U. With a stocky body and powerful legs, this medium-size bear is able to climb trees.

Sloth bears are known for their long, shaggy coats, distinctive chest markings, and specialized adaptations for feeding on termites and ants, including reduced upper incisors and long …

Nov 22, 2025 · Discover the fascinating world of the Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus)—its habitat, diet, behavior, cultural significance. Know where to spot sloth bears.

The Sloth Bear, a unique and often misunderstood member of the bear family, inhabits the forests and grasslands of the Indian subcontinent. Distinct from its more famous cousins, this bear …

The sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), a shaggy-coated, insect-eating bear native to the Indian sub-continent, is one of the most distinctive members of the bear family.