While some creatures are built for speed, others have evolved to prioritize survival strategies like camouflage, endurance, or strength over agility
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These slow-moving animals are equipped with unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in their respective environments
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Here's a look at the 7 slowest animals in the world:
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Renowned for its slow movement, the three-toed sloth averages a speed of just 0.24 km/h. Spending most of its life hanging upside down in trees, this mammal's unhurried pace helps it conserve energy
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Native to the Galapagos Islands and Seychelles, giant tortoises move at a leisurely speed of about 0.3 km/h. Their slow pace is attributed to their hefty shells and relaxed lifestyle
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With a top speed of only 0.048 km/h, the garden snail is one of nature's slowest movers. It uses a muscular foot to crawl, leaving behind a trail of mucus to reduce friction
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Starfish glide along the ocean floor at a speed of around 0.09 km/h. They rely on tiny tube-like feet on their undersides for movement, making their pace incredibly sluggish
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While adept at climbing trees, koalas are notoriously slow on the ground, reaching speeds of up to 0.2 km/h. Their sedentary lifestyle is linked to their low-energy diet of eucalyptus leaves
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Slow Loris: The aptly named slow loris moves at an average speed of 2 km/h. It travels cautiously through trees to avoid predators and to stay stealthy while hunting
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Banana Slug: This land mollusk is the epitome of slow, crawling at a mere 0.008 km/h. It uses muscular contractions and a mucus trail to facilitate its movement