When we think of animals in motion, our minds often go to the nimble, nimble creatures of the animal world – cheetahs, migratory birds, or dolphins soaring through the ocean. However, there is one group of animals that challenges this notion: sloths. These slow-moving tree-dwelling creatures are famous for their leisurely pace. But have you ever wondered how far a sloth can travel in a day? In this article, we will embark on a journey through the fascinating world of sloths to discover surprisi...

“When Encountering an Injured Sloth: What to Do" offers essential guidance for encountering these fascinating sloths. It emphasizes a focus on keeping a safe distance, getting aid from an expert, and staying away from or not feeding injured sloths. By following these steps, we can protect sloths and contribute to their well-being and conservation.

On Monday, July 17th, three majestic green sea turtles were joyfully released back into their natural habitat.

13 wounded green sea turtles arrived at Jaguar Rescue Center.

Introducing Fiji, Borneo & Urdu. These three howler monkeys arrived in April and have been residing in our clinic since then (Graphic content ahead).

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As more and more people move to the Caribbean South, the threat of deforestation and habitat loss becomes increasingly significant.

Three weeks ago a juvenile green sea turtle (Chelonia mydas) was brough to the JRC after being found by coast guards on the beach in Limon, Costa Rica. This turtle was confiscated by the coast guards, who also helped to transport it to the JRC.

The JRC would like to introduce the newest member of our adoption program. Turanga the 2 finger sloth & Patacón the baby kinkajou.

Unfortunately, we set a new record this month by saving 100 animals. We have stated that in the last ten years, we have never received this many animals in a single month.