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Beloved Sloth Hurricane Dies at Vancouver Aquarium
28 Oct
Summary
- Vancouver Aquarium announced the death of Hurricane, a beloved sloth.
- Hurricane was born at Salisbury Zoological Park and arrived in 1999.
- The aquarium hopes the sloth exhibit encourages appreciation for life.
The Vancouver Aquarium announced with heavy hearts the passing of Hurricane, a beloved two-toed sloth, on Monday afternoon. Hurricane was born at Salisbury Zoological Park in the U.S. and had been under the care of the Vancouver Aquarium since 1999.
Hurricane had a unique ability to connect with those around her, whether climbing through her exhibit or observing guests with curiosity. Her daily interactions brought joy to both her care team and the many visitors who met her, leaving a profound sense of loss. The aquarium recently celebrated her birthday on June 29th.
Linnaeus's two-toed sloths, like Hurricane, spend most of their lives hanging upside down, moving minimally. The aquarium's sloth exhibit aims to serve as a reminder for visitors to slow down and appreciate life's simple moments. Sally, a 28-year-old sloth, remains a resident of the Graham Amazon Gallery.
