Melursus ursinus inornatus, a subspecies of the sloth bear (Melursus ursinus), is characterised by its smaller size and shorter fur compared to the nominate subspecies. These solitary and territorial omnivores primarily feed on termites, ants, and fruit. However, during the fruiting season of the Manilkara hexandra tree, their diet shifts to focus primarily on palu fruit. They are also opportunistic scavengers, known to consume meat left by other predators.

Sloth bears mate between May and July, with females giving birth in dens typically located within rock outcrops. Litters generally consist of two cubs, though occasionally three. Young cubs often ride on their mother’s back until they are around nine months old and stay with her until they reach 1.5 to 2 years of age.