The orangutan, one of the three extant species of great apes, is native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia. Known for its distinctive reddish-brown fur, the orangutan is the largest arboreal mammal, spending the majority of its life in trees. With a remarkable arm span that can reach up to seven feet, these primates possess a semi-upright posture and exhibit significant sexual dimorphism, with males being considerably larger than females. Their long, powerful arms and hook-like hands aid in navigating the dense forest canopy, where they build elaborate nests each night for rest.

Orangutans are highly intelligent and display advanced problem-solving skills. Their diet primarily consists of fruits, leaves, bark, and insects. These apes play a crucial role in seed dispersal within their ecosystems, contributing to the diversity and health of the rainforest. Currently, orangutans face severe threats due to habitat loss, primarily caused by deforestation and palm oil plantations. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies both species of orangutans, the Bornean and Sumatran orangutans, as endangered, emphasizing the urgent need for conservation efforts to preserve these remarkable creatures and their habitats.