Meaning of the word "sloth bear" in English

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sloth bear

US /ˈslɔθ ber/
UK /ˈslɔθ ber/
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Noun

1.

a shaggy-haired, nocturnal bear (Melursus ursinus) of India and Sri Lanka, having a long snout and a diet consisting mainly of insects, fruit, and honey.

Example:
The sloth bear is known for its long, shaggy coat and distinctive V-shaped mark on its chest.
Unlike other bears, the sloth bear has a specialized snout for sucking up insects from nests.
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