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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

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

KOPRAL’S HEALING UPDATE

Since April 2023, Kopral has been receiving treatment at the clinic for wounds on the sole of his right foot and fungus between his toes. Find out how he is doing. While Kopral stayed the first... View Article

GRADUATION TO FREEDOM

It was a moment we all have been waiting for. Three of our beloved adoption family members recently took a huge step on their rehabilitation journey.  Taymur and Jelapat moved to Badak Besar Island to tackle... 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

THE LITTLE INQUISITOR

4-year-old Monyo is part of our adoption family and enjoys his days in Forest School. His social skills have greatly improved; he is close with Niniek and friendly with Jeni, Ramangai, Aiko, and Alexander. Together with... 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

HELLO, GOODBYE

When our Post-Release Monitoring (PRM) team was recently on patrol, the canopy suddenly started rustling – and a surprising visitor appeared.   It was Justin, a male orangutan released into the Kehje Sewen Forest in 2017. The... View Article