The Sea Anemone: The World's Slowest-Moving Animal at 0.0001 km/h

Worldwide, a vast array of animal species can be found. Some have large bodies, others small; some move quickly, others slowly. These size and movement variations offer distinct advantages, each adapted for survival in their respective environments.

According to *Safaris Africana*, here are eight of the world's slowest-moving animals.

1. Sea Anemone (Speed: 0.0001 km/h)

Sea anemones are animals of the class *Anthozoa* that, at first glance, resemble plants. Their flower-like bodies have earned them the nickname "sea rose." They are commonly found in shallow coral reef areas.

2. Garden Snail (Speed: 0.001 km/h)

The garden snail (*Helix sp.*) is a member of the *Gastropoda* class of mollusks, possessing a coiled shell in adulthood. Garden snails can become garden pests, particularly during the rainy season. They thrive in the damp, humid conditions of rainy weather.

3. Starfish (Speed: 0.009 km/h)

These animals, belonging to the class *Asteroidea*, surprisingly lack a skeletal structure to aid in locomotion. Starfish possess only a limited skeletal structure for self-protection.

4. Seahorse (Speed: 0.015 km/h)

Seahorses are classified as fish because they swim using fins and breathe through gills. Their unique shape distinguishes them from other fish. Unlike most fish, seahorses lack scales.

5. Three-toed Sloth (Speed: 0.27 km/h)

Three-toed sloths are diurnal and smaller than two-toed sloths. Their digestion is remarkably slow, taking up to 30 days for food to be fully processed. They also have relatively poor eyesight.

6. Giant Tortoise (Speed: 0.3 km/h)

These herbivores are incredibly slow-moving. Their metabolism is extremely slow, allowing them to survive for a year without food or water. Giant tortoises grow slowly, contributing to their exceptionally long lifespans.

7. Banana Slug (Speed: 0.48 km/h)

The banana slug is a land slug native to North America. They are typically pale yellow and sometimes have brown spots. Their shape resembles a banana.

8. Slow Loris (Speed: 1.9 km/h)

Slow lorises are found in several regions of Indonesia, including Sumatra, the Riau Islands, and Natuna Island. They have a head-and-body length of 265-380 mm and a very short tail. Their fur is short, thick, and light brown to reddish-brown.

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