Borneo Orangutan Survival USA

We are raising funds to rescue, rehabilitate and release orangutans back into the wild | Nonprofit Organization

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DYK that orangutan babies don’t instinctively know how to climb? At #OrangutanJungleSchool the human Surrogate Mothers teach that skill with gentle encouragement.

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A glimpse into what to expect when you join our Wildlife in Focus trip! There's so much to see and do, don't miss out, book now! Time is running out, and there are only a few weeks left to book 👉 https://t.co/YPE3BaKMK8

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It's easy to steal a treat, but consistent guidance from the Surrogate Mother encourages the students to find natural food sources on their own. This is a crucial part of the rehabilitation process as the orphans prepare to progress from Forest School to a pre-release island.

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Rescued on this day in 2018 as a 3-month-old orphan who had been illegally kept as a pet and dressed in human clothes, Monita has since graduated from Forest School and is preparing for a life of freedom in the wild!

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DYK orangutans build two nests a day? One for an afternoon siesta, and a much more sturdy version for nighttime. Photo of a day nest.

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Island Update 🏝️ Jelapat lives on pre-release Badak Besar Island. He's a shy, solitary individual, which is no bad thing, as he avoids potential conflict while quietly observing the behavior of the other orangutans. He's a very smart boy! 🧠

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Meet the Residents! Kikan was illegally kept as a pet before arriving at Samboja Lestari. She graduated from forest school and went to a pre-release island where she became ill and was brought back to the sanctuary. She now lives on a Sanctuary Island.

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Orangutan Jungle School can be a chaotic place, so finding a peaceful spot to take a break is a peak experience!

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It's been a scorcher this week 🌞, and who doesn't enjoy an ice lolly? At Forest School, giant popsicles full of fruit are given to the orangutans as a form of enrichment, which is also cooling and fun.

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Roy was admitted to Nyaru Menteng in January 2026. Curious and full of energy, Roy is already exploring and learning more each day as he slowly prepares for life back in the forest.

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Did you know that BOS Foundation manages the restoration and reforestation of thousands of hectares in Sebangau National Park? This forest is one of the last and largest strongholds of wild Bornean orangutans. READ MORE 👉 https://t.co/cI3yCtkHeL

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Forest School update - it's Jeni! Jeni is growing up fast and is almost unrecognisable from the malnourished, very poorly orangutan who arrived at the centre in 2020. Seeing her now swinging and climbing in the trees brings us great joy, and you too, we hope!

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The story of Manggo and Melki is enchanting! Deep within the Bukit Batikap forest, the cycle of orangutan life continues, from mothers searching for food to infants learning how to survive in the forest 👉 https://t.co/jEgxhIwdfI

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Happy unofficial start to summer! We hope you have a lovely Memorial Day today.

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DYK? Even though male #orangutans can weigh in excess of 200 lbs, (90kgs), they still live in the #rainforest tree tops? They have opposable fingers & toes for grip & their arms are much longer than their legs, providing a pendulum effect as they swing through the trees.

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We're wrapping up #MentalHealthWeek with some lessons we can learn from orangutans 🧡 Allow the wildlife to remind us that sometimes the simple things help with wellbeing.

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Isn't nature wonderful? There's so much to wonder at, so much to enjoy, and it all needs protecting. We can all do our bit, no matter where we are. Treasure the wonder around you!

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Therapy can look like different things. Did you know enrichment toys and play are actually a part of mental health? Fun is actually part of a structured recovery process for orangutans. #MentalHealthWeek 🧡

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Take a peek at what awaits you when you visit Samboja Lestari with us. Orangutans, bears, birds, bugs, and botany! You've heard of FOMO, meet YOLO! You Only Live Once, so take the plunge and take the trip! Book now 👉 https://t.co/YPE3BaKMK8

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For orangutans as well as humans, healing takes time 🧡 Mental health issues can't be solved in a day; these are complex issues across species. But it gets better ❤️‍🩹 👉 https://t.co/CNz3MBoi7J #MentalHealthWeek Pictured: Topan, Cinta, Sura, Mema