On December 12, a baby two-toed sloth (Choloepus didactylus) was born at the Riga National Zoo. Since the birth, which occurred two months prior, the zoo has been sharing updates on the baby sloth's growth through social media. The young sloth has shown significant growth and has become increasingly adventurous, having already sampled various foods, including lettuce, cucumber, zucchini, boiled carrots, and egg, although it still prefers its mother Lela's milk.

The baby sloth spends most of its time clinging to its mother but has begun to explore its surroundings, climbing down and resting on branches near Lela. By the time the sloth reaches about three months of age, it will undergo its first veterinary examination to determine its gender, which will also inspire the naming process. Despite the playful curiosity exhibited by the sloth, there is no concern over its health; it is developing normally, eating well, and has already mastered basic toilet habits typical for sloths.

For fans and visitors, moments of the baby's exploration can be viewed live, allowing dedicated viewers to catch special moments as it begins to move about independently. Keepers comment on the joy of watching the baby sloth's development as it engages more with its environment, marking a promising start for this new addition to the Riga Zoo's family of animals.