The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden announced the birth of a baby Linne's two-toed sloth this week. Photo courtesy of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
"This is the first sloth baby that our team has cared for," Julie Grove, the zoo's manager of ambassador animals, said in the birth announcement. "We are beyond excited that the baby is finally here! We're ready to provide support to Lightning as she navigates being a mom."
The zoo said keepers are giving the mother and newborn time to bond.
"We are monitoring mom and baby closely, but remaining hands off for the most part," Grove said. "Lightning's maternal instincts are kicking in. We're seeing all the behaviors that we want to see."
The sex of the baby is not yet known. The zoo said it expects to announce a name next week.
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