Sloth Bites Child on the Face at Harnett County Zoo
Incident Date:
05/12/2026
Location:
Cameron, NC - USA
Facility Name:
Aloha Safari Park
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Sloth
Animal disposition:
Other
Summary:
CAMERON, NC – A sloth bit a child on their face attempting to hug/kiss them at the Aloha Safari Park near Cameron. The child was treated for a small wound on her chin. Apparently, the attendant was talking to the parent of the child when the incident happened. The report listed the incident as a critical violation of the USDA’s animal handling code, finding the zoo failed to provide adequate space and barriers between the animal and the visitors.
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