Mammals
Bornean Orangutan
A thoughtful great ape who lives almost entirely in the rainforest canopy.
Quick Facts
Scientific name
Pongo pygmaeus
Animal group
Mammals
Diet
Omnivore (mostly fruit)
Habitat
Tropical rainforest
Conservation status
Critically Endangered
Conservation status is based on the IUCN Red List and reviewed by our conservation team every year.
About This Animal
Orangutans are highly intelligent great apes. They build a fresh sleeping nest in the trees almost every night.
Habitat & Range
Bornean orangutans live only on the island of Borneo. Forest loss is their greatest threat.
Diet & Behavior
They feed mainly on fruit and remember where and when trees will fruit across their large home ranges.
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