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HOW TO OBSERVE ORANGUTANS

Earlier this year, the BOS Foundation welcomed a wave of new personnel in three divisions: Post-Release Monitoring, Ecosystem Restoration–Forest Management & Development, and Ecosystem Restoration-Protection, Security, and Fire Management. Each division has its distinct roles and... View Article

MAMA SIGNE IS BACK

The Post-Release-Monitoring Team was thrilled to have finally sighted female Signe and her baby again. Discover how they are doing. It took over a year before Signe finally reappeared near the Camp Nles Mamse area in... View Article

NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES

Our dedicated team of excellent veterinarians is essential in our efforts to save orangutans from extinction. They are available 24/7, from when an orphaned or displaced orangutan arrives at one of our centres until they are... View Article

REST IN PEACE, ROMEO

We are heartbroken to share the passing of our beloved orangutan Romeo. It is an understatement to say that this Samboja Lestari resident will be greatly missed by our teams and all who have met him.... View Article

SUPER MUM

Du, a repatriated female from Thailand, is a beacon of hope for our orangutan conservation efforts. She not only raised three of her own children but also adopted a baby boy from her best friend. Prepare... View Article

THE HEROES BEHIND THE SCENES

Who are the dedicated people who care for our orangutans and sun bears every day? Let’s get to know our amazing enrichment team at our rehabilitation centres in Samboja Lestari and Nyaru Menteng. One essential part... View Article

BEAR BUDDIES FOR LIFE

In 2023, we welcomed two male sun bear cubs to our Samboja Lestari Sanctuary. Bakar and Coki have lived together ever since. Bakar was rescued by the Wildlife Rescue Team of the East Kalimantan Natural Resources... View Article

FLEUR LOVES HER SOLITUDE

Fleur is one of the 75 sun bears in our care. She started her journey with the BOS Foundation at the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre. However, in May 2018, we transferred her to more sun-bear-appropriate facilities... View Article

HOW TO FIND A RELEASE FOREST

Careful consideration is essential when determining the release area for orangutans. One of the most important factors is ensuring that the forest is productive and its natural food sources can sustain an orangutan population far into... View Article

MUSHROOM EXTRAVAGANZA

Meet another fascinating species that shares the same ecosystem as orangutans. While its life is short, its unique appearance is truly unforgettable.   The Bridal Veil Mushroom (Phallus indusiatus) is a type of fungus that grows solitary... View Article

FINE FOREST FORAGERS

Orangutans, a species that spends most of their time in the trees, can consume a vast variety of foods. Their excellent climbing abilities enable them to obtain fruits and other food sources inaccessible to ground-dwelling animals.... View Article