31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando-owned warehouse: FWC reports
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
(Update 4/24/26): The Central Florida Zoo said more than a dozen sloths from Sloth World had been donated to them. The zoo is going to evaluate them and then work with the Species Survival Plan Program to find long-term homes for them at other AZA-accredited facilities. Read more.
13 two-toed sloths donated to Central Florida Zoo from Sloth World Orlando
Editor's note: The Central Florida Zoo originally said 14 sloths had been transferred from Sloth World.
Editor's note: The Central Florida Zoo originally said 14 sloths had been transferred from Sloth World.
Sloth World owner declares bankruptcy, no plans to open
The owner of Sloth World filed for bankruptcy and there are now no plans to open the attraction after more than 30 sloths died ahead of the planned opening. 13 of the surviving sloths were taken to the Central Florida Zoo.
The owner of Sloth World filed for bankruptcy and there are now no plans to open the attraction after more than 30 sloths died ahead of the planned opening. 13 of the surviving sloths were taken to the Central Florida Zoo.
Sloth World Orlando to file for bankruptcy, will no longer open; 'we have no other options'
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
The owner of Sloth World Orlando confirmed to FOX 35 on Friday afternoon that he plans to file for bankruptcy protection, and that he will no longer move forward with plans to open his "slotharium."
Sloths Transported to Central Florida Zoo
Over a dozen sloths have been transported to the Central Florida Zoo after reports of dozens of sloths dying at a warehouse for Orlando's new Sloth World. FOX 35's Marie Edinger joined Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for the latest.
Over a dozen sloths have been transported to the Central Florida Zoo after reports of dozens of sloths dying at a warehouse for Orlando's new Sloth World. FOX 35's Marie Edinger joined Garrett Wymer live via Zoom for the latest.
'I'm not OK with this': Woman wants refund from Sloth World
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Lindsey Courtney said she was excited for Sloth World Orlando to open. So, she purchased two pre-sale tickets in January. Sloth World was expected to open in March, but that has not happened. And now, questions are being raised after 31 sloths under their care died between Dec. 2024 and Feb. 2025, according to an August 2025 FWC incident report. FOX 35 also found out that the building where the animals were allegedly stored was permitted to store vehicles, not animals. Lindsey said she now wants a refund -- and requested one, but has not heard back.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
Sloth facility lacked proper permits after deaths of 31 animals: Officials
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.
Orange County inspectors say a warehouse linked to a planned Orlando attraction should never have housed live animals following the deaths of 31 sloths earlier this year.
31 sloths died at Sloth World Orlando warehouse: FWC report
As Sloth World Orlando prepares to open its "slotharium" on Orlando's famed International Drive, some questions are being raised after 31 sloths died under its care died, according to reports by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The sloths were shipped to the U.S. from Guyana and Peru in December 2024. The 31 died from "cold stun" or "poor health," according to FWC's report. Sloth World Orlando denied the FWC report, claiming the sloths died from a virus. FWC did not issue any citations, warnings, or violations in the sloth deaths, determining that there was no intentional "mal conduct." Investigators conducted an announced, routine inspection at the warehouse facility in August 2025, the report said.
As Sloth World Orlando prepares to open its "slotharium" on Orlando's famed International Drive, some questions are being raised after 31 sloths died under its care died, according to reports by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The sloths were shipped to the U.S. from Guyana and Peru in December 2024. The 31 died from "cold stun" or "poor health," according to FWC's report. Sloth World Orlando denied the FWC report, claiming the sloths died from a virus. FWC did not issue any citations, warnings, or violations in the sloth deaths, determining that there was no intentional "mal conduct." Investigators conducted an announced, routine inspection at the warehouse facility in August 2025, the report said.