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Buffalo Zoo's beloved sloth Ethel passes away

Zoo officials say Ethel outlived the average life span of two-toed sloths, which is 15-years. (Photos: Buffalo Zoo)
Ethel

BUFFALO, NY-- Ethel, the Buffalo Zoo's two-toed sloth has passed away.

Ethel was 32 years old. Zoo officials say Ethel outlived the average life span of two-toed sloths, which is 15-years.

Ethel could be seen in the Zoo's eco-station exhibit often hanging from branches and eating her favorite treats. She had been at the Buffalo Zoo since 1987.

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Ethel
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Ethel

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