Orangutans are among the most fascinating primates on Earth, often compared to humans due to their intelligence, physical attributes, and behavioral traits. While they share nearly 97% of their DNA with humans, their strength and physical capabilities far exceed ours in many aspects. How Big Are Orangutans Compared to Humans? Adult male orangutans can reach a height of … [Read more...] about Orangutan Compared to Human: Unveiling the Surprising Strength and Gentle Nature of Our Primate Cousins
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Orangutan Seen Treating A Wound With A Medicinal Plant In World-First Observation
Local people use the plant medicinally, opening the question of whether one learned from the other. In a groundbreaking observation, a wild Sumatran orangutan was seen using a medicinal plant to treat a wound, marking the first recorded instance of such behavior. Local people use the plant medicinally, prompting questions about whether one learned from the other. The … [Read more...] about Orangutan Seen Treating A Wound With A Medicinal Plant In World-First Observation
Extraordinary Discovery: Orangutan from Borneo Masters the Art of Fishing with Spear Tool
In a remarkable display of ingenuity and adaptation, a male orangutan from Borneo has been captured on camera utilizing a spear tool to fish, mimicking the techniques of local fishermen. The captivating image, captured by wildlife photographer Gerd Schuster on the island of Kaja, offers a rare glimpse into the resourcefulness of these intelligent primates. Describing the … [Read more...] about Extraordinary Discovery: Orangutan from Borneo Masters the Art of Fishing with Spear Tool
Standoff Between Orangutan And Its Babysitter
In the heart of Central Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo, lies the Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Rescue Center, a sanctuary managed by the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOS). It stands as the world's largest refuge for orphaned and displaced orangutans, sheltering over 600 of these remarkable primates. In the afternoons, young orangutans return from their Forest School … [Read more...] about Standoff Between Orangutan And Its Babysitter
Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time
As humans we can only marvel at the animal kingdom and appreciate what a privilege it is when we are granted any glimpse into this special world. At Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, a mom orangutan was captured on camera giving birth and then brought her baby to the staff to show her off in a truly magical moment. The moment was witnessed at the Jersey-based … [Read more...] about Orangutan mom, thought to be infertile, gives birth and is captured on camera for the first time