orangutans

Orangutans are large, intelligent primates found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. They have reddish hair, long arms for swinging through trees, and a high level of brain development that supports complex problem-solving and tool use. They primarily eat fruit but also consume leaves, bark, and insects. Orangutans are mainly arboreal, spending most of their time in trees, where they build nests to sleep. They are solitary by nature but social with those they recognize. Due to habitat loss and deforestation, orangutans are critically endangered, emphasizing the need for conservation efforts.