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Description

Orangutans are large, intelligent apes known for their gentle nature and long, reddish-brown hair. They live high in the trees and share a lot of similarities with humans. Many people call them the “wise men of the forest” because of their calm behavior and smart habits.

 Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Pongo

  • Family: Hominidae (Great Apes)

  • Order: Primates

Common Names

  • Orangutan (means “person of the forest” in Malay)

  • Forest ape

  • Red ape

Geographic Distribution

Orangutans are only found in the rainforests of two islands in Southeast Asia:

  • Borneo

  • Sumatra

They live in tall, thick forests with plenty of trees, which they use for food and shelter.

Physical Characteristics

Orangutans are easy to spot because of their long arms, shaggy red hair, and thoughtful eyes.

  • Adult males can weigh over 90 kg (200 lbs)

  • They have strong arms, even longer than their legs

  • They use their feet almost like hands to grip tree branches

1,100+ Orangutan Hanging In The Trees Stock Photos, Pictures & Royalty-Free Images - iStockImage showing a male orangutan hanging from a tree branch (Source: iStock)

Species of Orangutans

There are three main species of orangutans:

1. Bornean Orangutan

Found on Borneo Island. They are slightly larger than others.

  • Stocky build

  •  Long facial hair (especially males)

  •  More solitary than other species

320+ Orang Utan Sitting On A Tree In Borneo Indonesia Stock Photos, Pictures & Royalty-Free Images - iStockImage showing a bornean orangutan sitting on the grass (Source: iStock)

2. Sumatran Orangutan

Lives only in Sumatra. Slimmer and more social.

  • Lighter body and longer face

  •  Lives in tighter groups

  •  Endangered due to forest loss

737 Sumatran Orangutan Stock Photos, High-Res Pictures, and Images - Getty ImagesImage showing a sumatran orangutan holding her baby (Source: Pinterest)

3. Tapanuli Orangutan

Recently discovered in 2017, lives in a small part of Sumatra.

  •  Smallest of the three

  •  High-pitched voice

  •  Extremely rare (less than 800 left)

Tapanuli orangutan - WikipediaImage showing a tapanuli orangutan in the wild  (Source: Wikipedia)

Fun Facts

  • Orangutans are 95% genetically similar to humans.

  • A young orangutan stays with its mom for up to 7 years.

  • They make umbrella-like nests from branches and leaves to sleep in.

  • Orangutans use sticks as tools to gather insects or fruit.

  • They rarely drink water, they get it from fruit and leaves.

 Human Relevance

Orangutans have a big impact on humans:

  • Help forests grow by spreading seeds

  • Loved by wildlife tourists and nature lovers

  • Teach us more about human behavior and intelligence

  •  Sadly, they are harmed by logging and palm oil farming

 Health & common issues

Orangutans are vulnerable to many of the same illnesses as humans.

Common health risks:
  • Respiratory infections

  • Malnutrition due to habitat loss

  • Wounds from traps or hunting

Veterinary care is needed in sanctuaries and zoos.

 Conservation Status

All orangutan species are endangered or critically endangered.

  • Deforestation and illegal hunting are the main threats.

  • Wildlife organizations are working hard to protect their homes.

  • You can help by avoiding products made with unsustainable palm oil.

We have rescued and translocated a mother orangutan and her baby | International Animal RescueImage showing an orangutan rescue team releasing a healthy ape back into the wild (Source: International Animal Rescue).

Reach out to us at Doctor Hulk Veterinary Hospital to learn more about wild animals and how we care for them. You can also contact us via 08143397614.

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