Sloth Snake
- Bringing snakes and sloths together in a single campaign. The Indianapolis Zoo faces increasing competition as other attractions and community-organized summer fun continue to expand. In order to stay top of mind, the Indianapolis Zoo added not one, but two new exhibits with Sloths at MISTery Park and Size, Speed & Venom: Extreme Snakes.
- Here is a video of a successful puma attempt on a sloth 3) Other predators Tayra, large owls, and several snake species have also been observed to prey on sloths in the wild; particularly (for the snakes and Tayras) when they descend to the forest floors to defecate or change environment.
Sloth myth 2- Sloths are bears, primates or marsupials. Our beloved sloths are actually something called Xenarthrans – a very ancient super-order of mammals that includes all of the modern sloths, as well as anteaters and armadillos. Maybe some people think that sloths are primates because, like monkeys, they live in the trees.
PETA helpfully suggests that, if you want to insult someone you believe lacks bravery, you should call that person a “coward” rather than a 'chicken,” as that would be insulting to chickens. Similarly, if someone is a tattle-tale, call them a “snitch” not a “rat,” say 'jerk' instead of 'snake,' use 'repulsive' in lieu of 'pig,' and 'lazy' instead of 'sloth.' So says PETA.
Most species in the animal kingdom prey on other species and eat them. Why stop at humans? Tell this to a grizzly bear, mountain lion, or wolf.
Good luck forcing animals, textbook definition “speciesists” , to adhere to a vegan diet. Nature will run her course. https://t.co/JfTRX4JceR
— Gabriella Hoffman (@Gabby_Hoffman) January 28, 2021
Every so often, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) comes out with urgent directions so preposterously woke that it actually serves as much-needed humor.
Recently, they did so again.
This time, PETA tweeted out an appeal to humans asking us to stop using animal names as verbal insults toward other humans.
Words can create a more inclusive world, or perpetuate oppression.
Calling someone an animal as an insult reinforces the myth that humans are superior to other animals & justified in violating them.
Stand up for justice by rejecting supremacist language. pic.twitter.com/HFmMWDcc5A
— PETA (@peta) January 26, 2021
“Calling someone an animal as an insult reinforces the myth that humans are superior to other animals & justified in violating them. Stand up for justice by rejecting supremacist language.”
Yes, we must stop perpetuating the “myth” that humans are somehow superior to animals. As soon as, say, a hyena composes something comparable to Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 5 or a chicken invents a cure for cancer.
The organization followed up with another tweet, saying “Anti-animal slurs degrade animals by applying negative human traits to certain species. Perpetuating the idea that animals are sly, dirty, or heartless desensitizes the public and normalizes violence against other animals.”
So, only humans are sly, dirty and heartless? Apparently, it’s not only white supremacists we have to look out for now, but human supremacists, a broader (and more inclusive!) category of thugs. Must be those lying dog-faced pony soldiers again.
It also tweeted, “Speciesist language isn’t just harmful, but it is also inaccurate. Pigs, for instance, are intelligent, lead complex social lives, and show empathy for other pigs in distress. Snakes are clever, have family relationships, and prefer to associate with their relatives.” So do mafia dons. Should I have them over for dinner?
Where Is The Sloth Snake In Toca Life World
PETA’s concluding tweet stated: “PETA urges everyone who believes in equality and justice to take a look at their personal beliefs and the language they use and break free of this outdated mindset that denigrates other animals. Always be kind and consider not using insults at all.” I wish Democrats, “entertainers” and mainstream media types would take that last message to heart.
PETA helpfully suggests that, if you want to insult someone you believe lacks bravery, you should call that person a “coward” rather than a “chicken,” as that would be insulting to chickens. Similarly, if someone is a tattle-tale, call them a “snitch” not a “rat,” say “jerk” instead of “snake,” use “repulsive” in lieu of “pig,” and “lazy” instead of “sloth.” So says PETA.
What a bunch of jackasses.
These days, you can find sloths on pillows, on phone cases, as necklaces and as planters. They’re just about everywhere – and that includes the Indianapolis Zoo. The adorable-from-any-angle animals will live in MISTery Park, which will be located across from the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center.
The new park opens May 25 and will feature a foggy, cool mosaic of colorful flowers, mosses, trees and plants. There will be misters along the pathway, and sounds recorded from a South American rainforest. The immersive experience all leads up to what are some of the cutest – and slowest – animals in the world. Better yet, there are no barriers to separate you from these two-toed creatures. No fences, no walls. Just an opportunity to hang out and grab a selfie.
If sloths aren’t your thing, slither over to the Deserts Dome. The newly designed habitats will bring you closer to some “extreme” snakes, including the infamous black mamba. It is one of the world’s most venomous snakes (second only to the king cobra). Native to sub-Saharan Africa, this 10-foot assassin was named for its inky-colored mouth.
Sloth Meets Snake
Joining the black mamba are several other snake species, including the reticulated and Burmese pythons. The exhibit also will include venomous snakes from right here in Indiana. The new snake exhibit opens May 25 in the Deserts Dome, located between the St. Vincent Dolphin Pavilion and the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center.
If you’re planning a Memorial Day weekend trip to the Indianapolis Zoo, snag tickets now, as advance tickets always cost less. The Zoo’s calendar also has a handy-dandy projected attendance meter, which helps gauge the crowds and the entrance fee. (Less crowded means a lower-priced ticket, while more crowded means a higher-priced ticket.) Adult tickets are $15-$23, youth tickets are $12-$16, and children aged two and under are free.