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AGIS BRINGS GOOD NEWS FROM THE FORESTS OF TNBBBR
Agis has been observed in the forest – with an infant of her own.
AGIS BRINGS GOOD NEWS FROM THE FORESTS OF TNBBBR
Agis has been observed in the forest – with an infant of her own.
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A NEW BEGINNING ON SAMBOJA LESTARI SANCTUARY ISLAND
As 2025 drew to a close, the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOS...
HEALING, LEARNING, AND GROWING AT FOREST SCHOOL
Rescued in mid-2025, Nia continues to show encouraging progress in her...
AJ BELL GREAT MANCHESTER RUN PLACES – RUN FOR ORANGUTANS
Want to run to make a difference? We are actively recruiting runners to join...
2025 ORANGUTAN RESCUE HIGHLIGHTS
Every orangutan rescue carries a story of struggle, recovery, and the chance...
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JOIN US FOR THE STATUS OF ORANGUTAN CONSERVATION TOWN HALL
Curious about the current state of orangutan conservation in Borneo? Want to hear about the latest rescue, release, and rainforest protection efforts firsthand? Sign up for our virtual town hall on December 30th to get the inside scoop from Ben Callison, CEO of BOS-UK...
EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES WHILE PROTECTING FORESTS
At the BOS Foundation, we believe that conservation cannot stand alone. Protecting orangutans and their habitats must go hand in hand with improving the quality of life for the local communities who live alongside the forest. This is why we have introduced a program...
CICI’S LONG JOURNEY TOWARD FREEDOM
Not all delays end in regret. For a female orangutan named Cici, what once seemed like a setback turned out to be the beginning of her long road to true freedom. Cici made history as the first orangutan ever relocated from East Kalimantan to Central Kalimantan and...
MEET THE NEW ADOPTABLE CREW: ONYER & IQO
We’re thrilled to introduce the newest members of our orangutan adoption programme: Onyer and Iqo, two bright young learners at Nyaru Menteng whose resilience, curiosity, and growing confidence make them unforgettable. By adopting one of these incredible individuals,...
ESA & INDRI: GROWING STRONGER TOGETHER
Still remember the rescue story from Samboja Lestari about the two female orangutans, Esa and Indri? Now both have successfully completed their quarantine period and have joined the Nursery Group at Samboja Lestari Forest School. How are they progressing in the...
A FRAGILE START BECOMING A STRONGER TOMORROW
In September 2025, the Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre welcomed a new arrival. A young female orangutan was voluntarily handed over by a resident of Muara Teweh, North Barito Regency, Central Kalimantan. According to the local resident who found her, the...
HOW ORANGUTAN REHABILITATION STRENGTHENS CONSERVATION EFFORTS
Every year on November 5, Indonesia celebrates Hari Cinta Puspa dan Satwa Nasional (HCPSN) or National Flora and Fauna Love Day. This day is more than a commemoration. It is a reminder of our shared responsibility to safeguard Indonesia’s rich biodiversity. In line...
BRINGING ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGES INTO THE FUTURE
The Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation remains committed to orangutan conservation efforts by involving local communities. Recently, our Community Development Team and Communications Team embarked on a long journey to reach several partner villages surrounding...
TEMON & LAHEI BREAK THE JUNGLE RULES
Do you remember the story of Temon and Lahei, the duo who once disappeared from Forest School? These little adventurers have returned with another astonishing chapter. Unlike most of their peers, they completed their Forest School lessons much faster than expected and...
WHY THE SMALLEST BEAR DESERVES BIG PROTECTION
When people think of bears, the image that usually comes to mind is that of large and powerful creatures such as grizzlies or polar bears. Yet in Southeast Asia lives the smallest bear in the world - the sun bear (Helarctos malayanus). The sun bear is the tiniest of...
MEET THE STARS OF ORANGUTAN JUNGLE SCHOOL: BENI, VALENTINO, BUMI & CINTA
For fans of Orangutan Jungle School, some names stand out more than others; orangutans whose personalities, antics, and courage have captured hearts around the world. Beni, Valentino, Bumi, and Cinta are more than just TV stars; they are survivors, learners, and...
KOPRAL’S RECOVERY AND ADAPTATION IN THE SOCIALIZATION COMPLEX
Do you still remember the story of Kopral, who went through the recovery process for his leg? Since Kopral was moved to the Socialization Enclosure last year, his movements have become noticeably more active. Previously, in the Individual Enclosure, the limited space...
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