What are anteaters relatives?

Anteaters belong to the order Pilosa, which also includes sloths. Their closest relatives are other members of this order, particularly the various species of sloths. Both anteaters and sloths share a common ancestor and exhibit similar adaptations for a specialized diet, such as a low metabolic rate and unique digestive systems. Other distant relatives include armadillos, which are part of the order Cingulata, making them part of the larger superorder Xenarthra.