Slurp! When feeding, giant anteaters will flick their tongue 150 times per minute.
ORIGIN:
Central and South America
HABITAT:
Grasslands, swamps and forests
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
40-85 lbs
Height: 3-4 ft
DIET:
Insects and fruits
PREDATORS:
Mountain lions and jaguars
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Sharp front claws
REPRODUCTION:
190-day gestation; sexually mature at 3 yrs
THREATS:
Habitat loss
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Up to 25 yrs in human care
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