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More than two species? Scientists challenge taxonomy of two-toed sloths in Amazonia
- April 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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A new study by scientists from the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research (Leibniz-IZW) has revealed significant cryptic diversity within two-toed sloths (Choloepus) in Amazonia, challenging the long-established taxonomy of the genus. This international effort involved key South American collaborators.
Originally published at Phys.org