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Sloth World Orlando’s downfall is nearing its end as authorities prepare to release their findings — a saga that began when over fifty sloths, meant for a never-opened attraction, died in a warehouse. Thirteen survivors, found dehydrated and underweight, were transferred to the Central Florida Zoo, where five later perished. The tragedy unfolded in stages: 21 sloths from Guyana died in December due to poor climate conditions, followed by another 10 in February. Though an August inspection found six sloths and issued warnings about cage size and record-keeping, no criminal charges were filed at the time. Now, Florida has tightened regulations, mandating special permits for any future sloth imports — requiring detailed plans for care, origin, and oversight.

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