Our Vision
Our vision is a world where orangutans are free from the threat of extinction and can live in the wild,
unharmed by humans.
back to their home.
our sanctuaries.
Meet Our Family
The Problem
There are numerous threats to the viability of the remaining wild orangutan population in Indonesia and Malaysia. The primary threat is the loss of habitat with up to 80% of suitable forest in Indonesia and Malaysia having been lost in the past 20 years. Other threats, which often go hand-in-hand with the destruction of the rainforest, are the illegal pet trade
and poaching.
Latest News
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EXTRAORDINARY BUT DEADLY
Recently, in the Kehje Sewen Forest, our Post-Release Monitoring Team stumbled across an animal they instantly recognised from its iconic shape and colour. It can be found on tree branches and even on the ground. Yap!... View Article
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Galaksi is no longer little
Galaksi, once a tiny and fragile orangutan at Samboja Lestari’s Rehabilitation Centre, has blossomed into a lively and spirited youngster. Since he arrived in 2021, Galaksi has been under the careful watch of our dedicated surrogate... View Article
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THE HEROES BEHIND THE SCENES
Who are the dedicated people who care for our orangutans and sun bears every day? Let’s get to know our amazing enrichment team at our rehabilitation centres in Samboja Lestari and Nyaru Menteng. One essential part... View Article
Our Community
Have you ever heard of embung?
In one of our #orangutan release forests, the Kehje Sewen Forest, embung are essential for providing water to #wildlife and aiding fire mitigation efforts.
#discover more about these vital water reservoirs here:
orangutans.co.nz/news/vital-water-reservoirs
#saveorangutans #conservation #nature
16 hours ago
#ShareTheLove - #AdoptAnOrangutan for your #valentine!💝
Your loved one will receive a personalised gift certificate and enjoy quarterly updates about their orangutan's progress.
Adopt now: orangutans.co.nz/instant-gifts
An #adoption or one of our other beautiful Instant Gifts make a real difference in the lives of our #orphaned #orangutans. With your #gift, you #help them learn essential survival skills at #OrangutanJungleSchool, preparing them to return to their wild #rainforest home one day.
Shop Instant Gifts here: orangutans.co.nz/instant-gifts
#valentinesday #valentinesgift #saveorangutans #giftthatgivesback #mondaymotivation
4 days ago
READY - SET- GO - to #borneo with our partner BOS Australia!
If you sign up for their Enrichment #Volunteer Tours tours starting on 16 February, 2 March or 16 March 2025, you will receive a #discount of $200 using the code ORANG.
#booktoday and embark on your #tripofalifetime! See #orangutans and #sunbears, create enrichment for them, and #explore East Kalimantan's #breathtaking natural and cultural beauty.
#booknow: bit.ly/BOS-Australia-Volunteer
#JoinUs #dontmiss #saveorangutans #travel #adventure
Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
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License code: K7SWTG4TLQZMLIIE
6 days ago
Welcome to #doubletrouble Tuesday with a story about #orangutanjungeschool students Temon and Lahei.
The two young #orangutans recently kept our surrogate mothers on their toes when they suddenly disappeared!
#discover the full story of their #antics here:
orangutans.co.nz/news/temon-and-lahei
#saveorangutans #tuesdayvibes
1 week ago
What do you think of this #sundaymood?
This #photooftheweek was taken while Cinta was still in #OrangutanJungleSchool.
She loved engaging with her peers and babysitters and always found ways to surprise them—like throwing twigs in their direction from behind bushes or suddenly crouching down in the path of an approaching babysitter.
Cinta was released in December 2023 and is now enjoying her well-deserved freedom in the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park.
#saveorangutans #conservation
2 weeks ago
I feel ya, Cinta!
Poor Roseberry! #cheeky Onyer simply can't resist invading his friend's personal space.🙃
Learn more about the mischievous little male and how you can support him through our #adoption program here: orangutans.co.nz/adopt/onyer
#saveorangutans #fridayfun
2 weeks ago
This #WildWednesday, let’s check in with one of our pre-release islanders, female #orangutan Mozza.
The BOS Foundation technicians observed her around feeding platform 9 on Kaja Island with her infant.
At the beginning of the observation, Mozza was moving between the trees before descending to a height of 1 to 5 meters, where she sat and closely watched the technicians. She then lay on the feeding platform, breastfeeding and engaging with her child.
Pre-release islands are like universities for our orangutans. After graduating from #OrangutanJungleSchool, they are the next step on their rehabilitation journey.
Only when the #orangutans on the islands prove themselves capable foragers, adept climbers, innovative nest builders, and appropriately weary of humans do the technicians know they are ready to return to their wild forest home.
orangutans.co.nz
#saveorangutans #conservation #love
2 weeks ago
#SneakAttack. Sometimes, our vets need to be creative to administer the required medication to the #orangutans in our care.
orangutans.co.nz
#saveorangutans #conservation
3 weeks ago