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Detailed explanation-1: -sloth bear, (Melursus ursinus), also called honey bear, Hindi bhalu, forest-dwelling bear (family Ursidae) that inhabits tropical or subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. Named for its slow-moving habits, the sloth bear has poor senses of sight and hearing but a good sense of smell.

Detailed explanation-2: -The shaggy-coated sloth bear is native to India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. Sloth bears primarily eat termites and ants, and unlike other bear species, they routinely carry their cubs on their backs.

Detailed explanation-3: -Today, we find a total of eight bear species in the world, out of which the Asiatic Black Bear, Himalayan Brown Bear, Sloth Bear and Sun Bear are found in India.

Detailed explanation-4: -Other than Ranthambore National Park, one can sight Sloth Bears in the national parks of Southern India along with the dry forested areas of Central India and the Western Ghats. Daroji Sloth Bear Sanctuary in Karnataka where one can experience the best sightings.

Detailed explanation-5: -Sloth bears inhabit forested areas, including the tropical rain forests of India and grasslands at lower elevations. Sloth bears have very shaggy hair and long muzzles.