Celebrating World Orangutan Day

World Orangutan Day is a time when we really need to work hard to protect these apes' homes in the Asian rainforest islands of Sumatra and Borneo. Each year, around 800 orangutans are estimated to be killed, out of a total population of around 119,346 across the different species. There are many causes behind this, including deforestation caused by palm oil plantations taking over their habitats, as well as poaching and the illegal wildlife trade. Orangutans are facing a difficult time in the wild, and we must acknowledge this and educate people, especially those living in Southeast Asia, about them. Raising awareness about their situation is an important part of protecting them.

Families

Orangutans are generally solitary animals, although mothers and their young form strong family bonds. Groups of orangutans can also be referred to by names such as a troop or band, while “buffoonery” is…