Our Vision
Our vision is a world where orangutans are free from the threat of extinction and can live in the wild, unharmed by humans.
back to their home.
our two sanctuaries.
The Problem
There are numerous threats to the viability of the remainingΒ wild orangutan populationΒ in Indonesia and Malaysia.Β Β The primary threat is theΒ loss of habitat with up to 80% of suitable forest in Indonesia and MalaysiaΒ having been lost in the past 20 years. Other threats, which often go hand-in-hand with the destruction of the rainforest, are the illegal pet trade and poaching.
Latest News
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GUARDIANS OF THE FOREST #1: PROTECTING THE KEHJE SEWEN ECOSYSTEM
Nestled in East Kalimantan, the Kehje Sewen Forest is a tropical treasure troveβrich in both biotic and abiotic resources that make it a globally significant ecosystem. Home to a wide variety of plant and animal species,... View Article
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JUMBO’S NEW LIFE
Jumbo was the fifth orangutan released by the BOS team into the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park in Central Kalimantan. He followed Hanau, Pirang, Rongda, and Radmala, who were released prior. These five orangutans were... View Article
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ANOTHER BABY SUN BEAR ARRIVES AT SAMBOJA LESTARI
Recently, the Samboja Lestari Rehabilitation Centre welcomed a new female sun bear cub. The BOS team, consisting of a veterinarian and the animal welfare and communications team, travelled to the Natural Resources Conservation Agency’s Tenggarong office... View Article
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JUMBO’S JOURNEY HOME
Jumbo is about to experience his well-deserved freedom in the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park as part of the upcoming release from the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre. Before that happens, let’s take a moment to... View Article
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CANDIDATES FOR THE 45TH ORANGUTAN RELEASE FROM NYARU MENTENG
The Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia, the Central Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency and the Borneo BOS Foundation will soon conduct the 45th orangutan release from the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre to Bukit... View Article
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BUILDING COURAGE AT SCHOOL
In the large group at Forest School, seven young orangutans actively play and learn together under the watchful care of our experienced surrogate mothers. It has been two months since these orphans moved to the site... View Article
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A NEW STAGE AT FOREST SCHOOL
At the end of 2024, Baimah and Feruza advanced to Forest School Level 1. Their journey to this new stage of their rehabilitation journey began with an adaptation process full of challenges. When Baimah arrived at... View Article
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A NEW CHAPTER FOR SIX ORANGUTANS
April 23, 2025, marked a historic moment in Indonesia’s orangutan conservation efforts. The Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia, the East Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA), and the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation,... View Article
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CANDIDATES FOR THE 27th ORANGUTAN RELEASE FROM SAMBOJA LESTARI
The Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia, the Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) of East Kalimantan, and the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundationβwith support from Riau Andalan Pulp and Paper (RAPP)βare preparing for the... View Article
Our Community
Momo, the recently rescued #baby orangutan, has found hope again!
Thanks to the dedication of BOS Foundation's veterinarians and caretakers, her journey to a better life has begun!
If you would like to #orphanedhaned babies like Momo, pl#supportusortUs in building a #Urgentlyently needed veterinary clinic at our Nyaru Menteng 2 Centre.
We need to raise $200,000 by the end of this month, and we are still short of our goal!
The good news: A generous donor will match your donation up to $30,000. So, please don�#donatetodayonateToday here and have twice the impact:
bit.ly/Orangutan-Clinic
You can also make tax-deductible donations by
PayPal: bit.ly/BOSA-PayPal
or
Bank Deposit:
Account name: Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia Incorporated
Westpac account details are:
BSB: 033 112
Account number: 244334
Your support means the wo#GiveNow
#GiveToday##SaveOrangutansO#lovet#notapete#donatenow##helpusow #HelpUs
11 hours ago
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Experience #borneo with us!
If you love seeing #orangutans and #sunbears, exploring the sights and sounds of the tropical #rainforest, experiencing an intriguing culture, savouring delicious foods, and participating in hands-on activities, then our Orangutan Enrichment Volunteer Tours are perfect for you!
#discover more about this unique #opportunity by visiting: experienceborneo.org/orangutan-volunteer-program
#SaveOrangutans #conservation #volunteer #JoinUs #dontmissout #holiday #vacation #corporatevolunteering
1 day ago
Booked and ready! Tracy Saggusπ
I would love to do this!!
We are excited to announce that we are now a donation partner of Return and Earn!
Return and Earn is an easy yet impactful way to #HelpUs save the critically #endangered #orangutans and their dwindling #rainforest homes.
Simply recycle your eligible drink containers at any Return and Earn machine in NSW and donate some or all of your container refunds to Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia.
π Open the app after downloading the free app here: onelink.to/returnandearn (or link in bio)
π Look us up under the "Charities" menu
π Press "Set as Payout" to set up the donation to us as your active payout method
π Scan the app and start returning containers
π Press "Transfer" on the RVM screen when finished
Find your nearest Return and Earn machine at returnandearn.org.au/return-points (or link in bio)
By recycling bottles, cans, and cartons, you're not only helping our environment but also the orangutans in #Borneo. Every container returned makes an impact.
#ThankYou so much for your support!π¦§
@ReturnandEarn @TOMRACleanaway @mytomraAustralia #saveorangutans #conservation @returnandearnnsw #mondaymotivation
3 days ago
We are excited to announce that we are now a donation partner of Return and Earn!
Return and Earn is an easy yet impactful way to #HelpUs save the critically #endangered #orangutans and their dwindling #rainforest homes.
Simply recycle your eligible drink containers at any Return and Earn machine in NSW and donate some or all of your container refunds to Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia.
π Open the app after downloading the free app here: onelink.to/returnandearn
π Look us up under the "Charities" menu
π Press "Set as Payout" to set up the donation to us as your active payout method
π Scan the app and start returning containers
π Press "Transfer" on the RVM screen when finished
Find your nearest Return and Earn machine at returnandearn.org.au/return-points
By recycling bottles, cans, and cartons, you're not only helping our environment but also the orangutans in #Borneo. Every container returned makes an impact.
#ThankYou so much for your support!π¦§
@ReturnandEarn @TOMRACleanaway @mytomraAustralia #saveorangutans #conservation @returnandearnnsw #mondaymotivation
3 days ago
Today is Jelapat's rescue anniversary.
The now 10-year-old was rescued nine years ago after being kept as a pet for months in a tiny cage on the side of a busy road, dressed in baby clothing.
Once in the care of the BOS Foundation, the little male orangutan showed remarkable resilience. Jelapat graduated #forestschoolchool with flying colours, became a star in the award-winning documentary se#OrangutanJungleSchoolchool, and is now on a pre-release islandβ just one step away from freedom.
Watch this video about his move to Badak Besar Pre-Release Island in December 20#SaveOrangutansu#notapett#conservationation
4 days ago
If he's 8 years old, how was he rescued 9 years ago?
I can't get Orangutan Jungle School anymore but I remember Jelipat! So happy he's doing well!
Happy rescuvissary Jelepat! One of my first adoptees.
Congratulations ππΎπ! So glad he’s graduated!!?
So happy to see him out in the wild. I loved the way he palled around with Telekan.
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Charlotte O'Byrne
Today is Bumi's re#anniversaryrsary.
Watch his journey from a #baby#baby boy who was so incredibly weak that he could not even open his eyes to an adventurous and ch#orangutangutan.
Did you know that you#adoptadopt Bumi and support him on his journey back home to the wild?
Sponsor Bumi here:
orangutans.com.au/meet-our-family/b#SaveOrangutansu#conservationation
1 week ago
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What an absolute joy to see him healthy, well and fun πππ
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I see BUMI all the time on Orangatan Jungle School!!
Adorable!
I love him!! π
You are very kind
β€οΈβ€οΈβ€οΈ bravo de l avoir sauvé , aujourd'hui on vois qu'il est en santé
Well done all fab work
Such a cute baby
You do an amazing job looking after those beautiful Orangutans, I could watch them all day long in their natural habitat β€οΈβ€οΈ
Adorable!
Who is destroying these nimals. They must be put into jail
How wonderful..
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Beautiful a thousand times beautiful
Ugly orangutan. Should have let nature handle it
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We have welcomed two more rescued #orangutan #babies! This time, at our Samboja Lestari Centre in East Kalimantan.
Before their rescue, tiny Esa and Indri had been kept as a pet for a month, surviving only on sugar water.
Little Esa, around 6.5 months old, showed signs of malnutrition, while Indri, estimated to be 7.5 months old, was in an even more alarming condition.
She had numerous healing wounds and one large open wound on her right temple caused by a dog bite. Her right wrist also appeared unable to straighten, likely due to trauma.
Esa and Indri now receive dedicated medical care and loving 24/7 attention from our veterinarians and caregivers, which began with further medical examinations at our Samboja Lestari clinic.
As you can imagine, onsite clinics are crucial for treating the #orangutans in our care, from initial health evaluations for rescued babies to final health check-ups for release candidates.
Did you know that, due to the necessary relocation of our centre in Central Kalimantan, we currently do not have a readily accessible clinic at our new Nyaru Menteng 2 sanctuary?
Will you #helpus build this urgently needed veterinary clinic for babies like Esa and Indri?
Your donation will have double the impact. One of our most generous donors will match your gift up to the value of $30,000 at:
bit.ly/Orangutan-Clinic
Your support means the world to us!
#thankyou in the name of the orangutans! π π¦§
#SaveOrangutans #notapet #GiveToday #donatenow #donatetoday #EOFY #conservation
1 week ago
Hard to understand why these two precious babies were fed only sugar water. Thank God they were rescued by the best organization!
Thank you for rescuing these 2 beautiful babies.β€οΈβ€οΈ
I would give up my life as i kno it to be given the opportunity to come live thr and care for and love thos beautiful souls. Thank you so much for all you do for them. Giving them a second chance at life wth love and safety.
Welcome little Ones. I trust your lives will continue well.
WOW THEY'RE SO BEAUTIFUL N SO AMAZING N SO AWESOME N SO SWEET N SO ADORABLE N SO CUTE N THANK U 4 RESCUING THEM BOTH π¦§ππππ¦§π¦§
Chiquitos bebes, hermosos
So beautiful.
Mignons
I would love to be their caretaker nurse.
Precious angels
leur regard me brise le coeur, pauvres petits êtres innocents.
Why do people keep them as pets? They must know they’re going to grow big and difficult to look after.
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It is with a heavy heart that we share the passing of our beloved Fani, an orangutan who had been under our care since 4 December 2006.
Fani was a symbol of resilience and beauty, a soul who touched the hearts of many.
Rescued from a circus in Ancol, Jakarta, she found her true home at Samboja Lestari alongside Jackson, Rambo, Isti, and Tristan.
With her long, captivating hair and graceful presence, Fani was an emblem of strength and hope.
Though she is no longer with us, her spirit lives on, forever woven into our hearts.
Thank you to everyone who loved and supported Fani. She will always be a part of us.
#SaveOrangutans #restinpeace #love
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2 weeks ago
Such sad news. She will be deeply missed. RIP
So sad π sending love and support to her carers and friends rest well sweet Fani
Truly a magnificent lady! Sending best wishes to the BOS Foundation team. It's been a pleasure seeing Fani every time Fleur Butcher and I have visited over the past 20yearsβ€οΈ.
My condolences RIP dearest Faniπππ
Thank you Fani for the joy you must have shared to all.
RIP Fani, my thoughts are with her carers
Fani was such a beautiful soul. RIP Fani β‘
RIP sweet girl β€οΈ
Sorry for your loss sweetheart
Sad news! π’
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Condolences on her passing. Fans was such a beauty.
Peace to Fani’s memory
This is such sad news. To Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) I am truly sorry for you. πππΉ
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So sad so sorry she has passed π’
Rest in peace Fanni
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So sad. Thoughts are with all who knew and worked with her. Was Rambo rescued from Brunei?
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How old was Fani?
