Habanero, Sloth World Sloth, dies; second rescued sloth death
Habanero, Sloth World Sloth, dies; second rescued sloth death
Habanero, Sloth World Sloth, dies; second rescued sloth death
Florida AG opens criminal investigation into 'Sloth World' after over 50 dead
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is assisting the Ninth Circuit with its "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando. Uthmeier issued a letter in response to state Rep. Anna Eskamani's request for an investigation. "We will ensure accountability wherever the evidence requires."
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said his office is assisting the Ninth Circuit with its "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando. Uthmeier issued a letter in response to state Rep. Anna Eskamani's request for an investigation. "We will ensure accountability wherever the evidence requires."
Habanero, Sloth World sloth, in critical condition, Central Florida Zoo, says
One of the 12 remaining sloths from Sloth World Orlando – now being cared for and treated at the Central Florida Zoo – has become lethargic and is considered to be in critical condition, the zoo said Friday.
One of the 12 remaining sloths from Sloth World Orlando – now being cared for and treated at the Central Florida Zoo – has become lethargic and is considered to be in critical condition, the zoo said Friday.
Criminal investigation opened into Sloth World, sloth deaths, Florida AG says
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said Friday that his office is assisting the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida with an "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando, following the deaths of numerous sloths under its care.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier said Friday that his office is assisting the Ninth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida with an "ongoing criminal investigation" into Sloth World Orlando, following the deaths of numerous sloths under its care.
Sloth World: Florida leaders demand state, federal investigations after sloth deaths
Two Florida leaders have asked for state and federal investigations into Sloth World Orlando and its owners after more than 50 sloths shipped to Florida from South America died under its care, following several investigative reports from FOX 35 News.
Two Florida leaders have asked for state and federal investigations into Sloth World Orlando and its owners after more than 50 sloths shipped to Florida from South America died under its care, following several investigative reports from FOX 35 News.
Bandit, 1 of 13 Sloth World rescued sloths, dies, zoo says
Bandit, a sloth that was rescued from warehouse for a planned Sloth World attraction in Orlando, has died, according to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.
Bandit, a sloth that was rescued from warehouse for a planned Sloth World attraction in Orlando, has died, according to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens.
How did many Sloth World sloths die? Necropsy reports detail some of the deaths
FOX 35 News continues to learn more about the number of sloths that were under the care of Sloth World Orlando's teams, including when they arrived in Florida, where, from where, as well as how many died, when, and what issues were potentially noted by vets.
FOX 35 News continues to learn more about the number of sloths that were under the care of Sloth World Orlando's teams, including when they arrived in Florida, where, from where, as well as how many died, when, and what issues were potentially noted by vets.
Orlando 'Sloth World' death count rises; customers demand refunds
Bandit, a sloth transported to Orlando for the now closed "Sloth World" is in intensive care after suffering from GI issues and electrolyte imbalances.
Bandit, a sloth transported to Orlando for the now closed "Sloth World" is in intensive care after suffering from GI issues and electrolyte imbalances.
Central Florida Zoo shares condition update on imported sloths
Zoo officials said all 13 sloths imported have survived their first 24 hours.
Zoo officials said all 13 sloths imported have survived their first 24 hours.
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.
13 sloths tied to Sloth World removed from warehouse
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie and Marie Edinger joins John Brown and LuAnne Sorrell to break down the latest details into the investigation of Sloth World, where more than 30 sloths died in a warehouse ahead of the attraction's intended opening. 13 of the sloths were removed from the warehouse and are on their way to the Central Florida Zoo.
FOX 35's Hannah MacKenzie and Marie Edinger joins John Brown and LuAnne Sorrell to break down the latest details into the investigation of Sloth World, where more than 30 sloths died in a warehouse ahead of the attraction's intended opening. 13 of the sloths were removed from the warehouse and are on their way 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."
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.
Deltona couple, friend targeted by 911 hoax
A New Jersey couple who just moved to Central Florida and their friend were the victims of a cruel prank on Monday night that could have ended badly.
A New Jersey couple who just moved to Central Florida and their friend were the victims of a cruel prank on Monday night that could have ended badly.
FOX 35 Investigates: Is landfills proximity to aquifer a concern?
Lake County officials fear after heavy rainfall, chemicals can be carried into a county-run lake called Wolf Branch Sink. The United States Geological Survey, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Lake County Water Authority and a private environmental engineer told FOX 35 water from the Wolf Branch Sink drains straight into the aquifer.
Lake County officials fear after heavy rainfall, chemicals can be carried into a county-run lake called Wolf Branch Sink. The United States Geological Survey, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, Lake County Water Authority and a private environmental engineer told FOX 35 water from the Wolf Branch Sink drains straight into the aquifer.
Buyers not receiving tickets bought online
FOX 35 is hearing from people who have purchased tickets to concerts and sporting events that they never received. The Better Business Bureau warns that this is the risk you take when you buy your tickets from a third-party ticket site and recommends you shop around first.
FOX 35 is hearing from people who have purchased tickets to concerts and sporting events that they never received. The Better Business Bureau warns that this is the risk you take when you buy your tickets from a third-party ticket site and recommends you shop around first.
Contractor files lien against church
Two months after lightning struck the steeple of the Historic New Bethel AME Church in Ormond Beach, you can see tarps protecting the building from the rain.
Two months after lightning struck the steeple of the Historic New Bethel AME Church in Ormond Beach, you can see tarps protecting the building from the rain.
Mail being swiped in Altamonte Springs
Businesses in Altamonte Springs are out of thousands after someone stole a master key. About 10 businesses have been getting checks stolen since January when the key was stolen. One business owner said about $100,000 is unaccounted for.
Businesses in Altamonte Springs are out of thousands after someone stole a master key. About 10 businesses have been getting checks stolen since January when the key was stolen. One business owner said about $100,000 is unaccounted for.