The sloth bear is the most widespread bear species in India, where it mostly occurs in areas with forest cover, low hills bordering the outer range of the Himalayas from Punjab to Arunachal Pradesh.

Sloth bear, forest-dwelling bear inhabiting tropical or subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. Named for its slow-moving habits, the sloth bear can neither see nor hear well but has a good sense of smell.

Sloth bears live in a variety of dry and moist forests and in some tall grasslands, where boulders, scattered shrubs and trees provide shelter. Their range includes India, Sri Lanka and southern Nepal.

Sloth bears are found in India, the southern lowlands of Nepal, and Sri Lanka. They live in a wide range of habitats including wet and dry tropical forests, savannahs, scrublands, and grasslands. Sloth …

Nov 22, 2025 · The Sloth Bear (Melursus ursinus) is native to the Indian subcontinent, with its range spread across India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and Bhutan. Unlike other bear species that prefer colder or …

Bears extraordinaire: Sloth bears adapt well to many different habitats. They live in the hot, dry grasslands and forests of South Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

In non-protected areas where cover is sparse and in areas where daytime temperatures are high, the sloth bear is largely nocturnal or crepuscular and will shelter in rock outcrops, thickets, and tree …

Asia is the native home of the sloth bear. Here they can be found in India, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The species has been driven to extinction to Bangladesh. It is presumed they once occurred in Bhutan …

Jun 16, 2025 · Sloth Bears inhabit tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and areas near human settlements across India, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, and parts of Bangladesh.

Ultimate Guide to facts about Sloth Bear: lifespan, distribution and habitat map, lifestyle and social behavior, mating habits, diet and nutrition, population size and status.