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ENCOUNTERING A FLASH OF RED IN THE GREEN CANOPY

ENCOUNTERING A FLASH OF RED IN THE GREEN CANOPY

During a routine patrol in Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park (TNBBBR), Central Kalimantan, our Post-Release Monitoring (PRM) team had the rare opportunity to observe a striking bird species, the Red-bearded Bee-eater (Nyctyornis amictus). This sighting highlights...

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PEAT SWAMP FORESTS: A VITAL HAVEN FOR WILD ORANGUTANS

PEAT SWAMP FORESTS: A VITAL HAVEN FOR WILD ORANGUTANS

In Central Kalimantan lies Mawas, a vast expanse of peat swamp forest, home to one of the largest remaining populations of wild orangutans in the world. These unique ecosystems not only support incredible biodiversity but also play an essential role in climate...

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ROYAL PARKS HALF CHARITY PLACES – RUN FOR ORANGUTANS

ROYAL PARKS HALF CHARITY PLACES – RUN FOR ORANGUTANS

This year, we acquired charity ballots for the Royal Parks Half-Marathon, a race route that includes four iconic and leafy London parks. Meet some of the runners who joined #TeamOrangutanChampion and are running the half-marathon to support orangutans and our...

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HOW ORANGUTANS UNDERGO THEIR ANNUAL HEALTH CHECK

HOW ORANGUTANS UNDERGO THEIR ANNUAL HEALTH CHECK

At the Samboja Lestari Rehabilitation Centre, routine health checks are conducted every year to ensure the well-being of orangutans under care. Recently, our medical team, animal welfare team, and technician team at Samboja Lestari conducted a general examination of...

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THE RESCUE JOURNEY OF A YOUNG ORANGUTAN FROM KUALA KURUN

THE RESCUE JOURNEY OF A YOUNG ORANGUTAN FROM KUALA KURUN

A 1.5-year-old female orangutan was successfully rescued from a resident’s home in Kuala Kurun, Gunung Mas Regency, and is now under the care of the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation’s medical team at the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre. The young...

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HOW SIMILAR ARE ORANGUTANS TO HUMANS?

HOW SIMILAR ARE ORANGUTANS TO HUMANS?

Orangutans are known as one of the great apes most closely related to humans. With up to 97% DNA similarity, it’s no surprise that their behaviour and intelligence often reflect remarkably human-like traits. On this International Orangutan Day, let’s take a closer...

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SELFIE IS GROWING BOLD IN THE NURSERY GROUP

SELFIE IS GROWING BOLD IN THE NURSERY GROUP

Since May 29, 2025, Selfie, a young female orangutan, has officially joined the small group at the Forest School of the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre. At first, she was accompanied by Rumba, her little companion who had also been in the nursery group. Rumba’s...

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JENNY’S PROGRESS AT THE SAMBOJA LESTARI CENTRE

JENNY’S PROGRESS AT THE SAMBOJA LESTARI CENTRE

Do you remember Jenny, the young orangutan who came from Pendamaran Village, Kembang Janggut District, last January? It has now been seven months since she arrived at the Samboja Lestari Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in East Kalimantan. The once timid baby orangutan...

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SUCI’S SWEET DISCOVERY AND A FEAST IN THE WILD

SUCI’S SWEET DISCOVERY AND A FEAST IN THE WILD

In the vast wilderness of Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, Central Kalimantan, the story of Suci, a young female orangutan, continues to unfold with new wonders. First released in 2021, Suci had been occasionally observed over the years, including a confirmed...

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DIPTEROCARP FORESTS: A NATURAL HOME FOR BORNEAN ORANGUTANS

DIPTEROCARP FORESTS: A NATURAL HOME FOR BORNEAN ORANGUTANS

Dipterocarp forests are among the most majestic tropical ecosystems in Southeast Asia. Characterized by towering tree species from the Dipterocarpaceae family, these forests are more than just carbon sinks or biodiversity hotspots—they are vital habitats for some of...

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