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Zoo's, mostly accredited ones, help to aide the efforts of organizations in the conservation of the orangutan. For a long time they have been on the endangered list , but with the help of conservatories and zoo's there numbers have increased.
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Are orangutans found in a different country besides Borneo or Sumatra or Asia?
Orangutans only live wild in Sumatra and Borneo. Both of those islands are part of Asia. However, there are orangutans in zoos worldwide.
Why should orangutans be in zoos?
So we can all enjoy them. It could also be so they don't go endangered.
How do orangutans impact on humans?
they may become as advanced as us in the future.
On which continent do orangutans live?
No. They live in parts of Asia, mainly Borneo and Sumatra.
What is the mental impact on the keeping of animals in zoos?
They will loose their natural behaviour.
What are orangutans threats?
Well, the Orangutans main threat is the destruction of the forest that they live in. Us humans are cutting down their forests and rain forests for the use of toilet paper, paper, furniture and for the space for growing palm oil. Poachers are also killing them for their meat, and selling them to zoos, and for pets.I'm dioing a project on Orangutans so I know all about them.R.U04/07/2013
Where is the orangutang from?
Orangutans are native to the countries Indonesia and Malaysia. They are often seen in North American zoos in the primate house.
Do orangutans adopt baby orangutans?
no
What is a group of orangutans called?
A group of orangutans is called a "charming" or a "band."
Are the female orangutans called orangutans?
Both female and male orangutans are called the same.
What is an orangutans prey?
Orangutans are herbivores. They do not have prey.
Are orangutans vertebrate?
Orangutans have a backbone. That makes them vertebrates.
