Animals that sleep on trees 

Image Credits: Google

Koala

Koalas are one of the most iconic arboreal animals, spending up to 20 hours a day sleeping in the tree canopy. They have long forelimbs and padded paws that are specially adapted for gripping and climbing. Koalas are herbivores and their diet consists solely of eucalyptus leaves.

Image Credits: Google

Sloth

Sloths are another iconic arboreal animal that is known for its slow movements and long sleep cycles. Sloths can sleep for up to 20 hours a day, hanging upside down from branches. They are herbivores and their diet consists of leaves, twigs, and fruit. 

Image Credits: Google

Tree kangaroo

Tree kangaroos are marsupials that are native to Australia and New Guinea. They spend most of their time in trees, where they sleep, eat, and mate. Tree kangaroos have long tails and powerful legs that help them to climb trees easily.  

Image Credits: Google

Orangutan

Orangutans are great apes that are native to the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. They are the largest arboreal animals in the world, and they spend most of their time in trees. Orangutans build nests in trees where they sleep, eat, and raise their young.  

Image Credits: Google

Chimpanzee

Chimpanzees are great apes that are native to the forests of Africa. They are social animals that live in groups of up to 150 individuals. Chimpanzees spend most of their time in trees, where they sleep, eat, and play. 

Image Credits: Google

Leopard  

Leopards are big cats that are native to Africa and Asia. They are excellent climbers and they spend a significant amount of time in trees. Leopards sleep in trees to avoid predators and to ambush their prey. 

Image Credits: Google

Clouded leopard  

Clouded leopards are small cats that are native to Southeast Asia. They are known for their beautiful clouded fur and their ability to climb trees backwards. Clouded leopards sleep in trees to avoid predators and to ambush their prey. 

Image Credits: Google

Tree pangolin  

Tree pangolins are mammals that are native to Africa and Asia. They are covered in scales that protect them from predators. Tree pangolins sleep in trees to avoid predators and to find food.  

Image Credits: Google

Opossum  

Opossums are marsupials that are found throughout North and South America. They are known for their ability to play dead to avoid predators. Opossums sleep in trees to avoid predators and to find food.  

Image Credits: Google

Squirrel  

Squirrels are small rodents that are found all over the world. They are known for their bushy tails and their ability to climb trees. Squirrels build nests in trees where they sleep, raise their young, and store food.  

Image Credits: Google