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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 29/09/2026

A fascinating look at how orangutans learn the skills they need to survive in the wild. This article shows why being taken from their mother is so devastating for an infant orangutan, and why rehabilitation is such a long and vital process:

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Young Sumatran orangutans use social learning five times more than solo practice

Eight-year Max Planck SUAQ study links peering and individual exploration to threefold expansion of juvenile orangutan d

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 18/09/2026

Power of Mama are on the frontlines in Borneo, protecting rainforests and the precious wildlife that call them home. Thank you for supporting this powerful team of women firefighters, who stand between rainforests and the flames that threaten them 🙏

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The women saving Borneo: battling fire, patriarchy and super El Niño on Indonesia’s peatland frontlines

Fire threatens Kalimantan’s rainforests. On the peatland frontlines, a group of local mothers is defending their communi

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 16/08/2026

We hope these action shots of Charlie eating make your day. Because they sure made us smile! What a sweet little legend 🧡 Drop a 🥕 in the comments to show Charlie some love!! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 05/08/2026

One thing we know for certain about our newest rescue Jane, is that she LOVES a snack! Why is watching orangutans crunch their food so cute and oddly satisfying?! 🦧🥕 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 01/08/2026

Have you ever seen an orangutan do a somersault? Well today's your day, because Aman is here to show you exactly how it's done! What a legend, taking a little break in his Jungle School lessons for a quick tumble 🤣 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 30/07/2026

🧡 Tag your bestie! 🧡 Because real friendship looks a lot like Agam and Maximus. 🦧🦧 SRA is a collaboration with our COP and OIC partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳 #InternationalDayOfFriendship #FriendshipDay

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 26/07/2026

Did you know that orangutans absolutely HATE the rain? And little Felix is no exception! Here he is sheltering under his very own leaf umbrella, making sure his perfect frizz stays nice and dry. 😄BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 23/07/2026

🥥 Jainul and his coconut: a series. There's emotion. Strength. Determination. And well… make sure you swipe to the end to see how he really feels about it. 🤣 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 18/07/2026

Oh, Harapi. 😄 This little legend is our spirit animal...all those chins and an absolute gift for catching the worst possible camera angles. 🤣🧡 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 16/07/2026

Nobody told Harapi how to pose for a photo - and we are SO glad about that! 🦧 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 12/07/2026

All these cutie orangutans are at our BORA rescue centre in East Borneo, where they are attending Jungle School, and learning the skills they need to survive in the wild. Except for Popi - who has already been released! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 10/07/2026

✨ Charlie's official photo entries into the Cutest Baby Orangutan Modelling Competition.✨ Yes, we made it up, but yes, we think he's got what it takes to bring home the crown 🤩🥰 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 04/07/2026

Jungle School Bloopers: when things don't go quite to plan! 🤣 How good is this hilarious moment at Jungle School when Jack's climbing goes slightly wrong! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 02/07/2026

Charlie the baby orangutan has found a stick - and it has changed his whole day! 🦧 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 29/06/2026

Throwback to when little Harapi and Arto were completely mesmerised by an armoured millipede at Jungle School. Terrified? Absolutely. 😂 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 27/06/2026

Jainul vs dirt - who do you think will win? 🤣 Jainul is having the best time at Jungle School, messing around on the muddy forest floor. Stomping, playing, tasting, throwing - even rubbing it on his head! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 26/06/2026

Will you help give Jack the future he deserves? Your gift by 30 June will help build a release camp in Borneo, giving orphans like Jack the freedom they deserve → bit.ly/4egu5qd

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 25/06/2026

🛑 STOP YOUR SCROLL….and watch this utterly adorable video of Agam and Maximus at orangutan Jungle School 🥹 Send this to the person you'd love to give a big, warm hug to today 🧡 🤗 SRA is a collaboration with our COP and OIC partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 21/06/2026

Rainforests are home to millions of people, and over half of the world's biodiversity. They store carbon, keep our planet healthy, and are home to Critically Endangered orangutans. Saving forests means saving lives. What action are you taking this #WorldRainforestDay to save rainforests?

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 21/06/2026

Seeing how far Jack has come since his rescue is just beautiful 🥹 Drop your messages of encouragement for Jack's Jungle School journey in comments - we know he will appreciate your kind words! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 20/06/2026

👀 Spotted: Eboni living her best wild life! Gorgeous Eboni hit her biggest ever milestone, when she recently moved to the pre-release island in the Busang Ecosystem in Borneo. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 19/06/2026

There's still time to DOUBLE your gift and build Jack a safe forest home to return to → bit.ly/4egu5qd

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 18/06/2026

Right now, every gift to build a release camp and give Jack a forest home will be DOUBLED. That means whatever you give today counts TWICE. Please give today, so Jack has twice the chance to go home. → bit.ly/3ScKdBQ

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 17/06/2026

Harapi the happy little coconut 🥥 Tag someone who loves their food as much as Harapi 👇 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 15/06/2026

Pansy the brave orangutan regularly climbs 6-15 metres up into the trees at Jungle School. And on her boldest days, she reaches 16-30 metres! We are so unbelievably proud of you, Pansy. The jungle suits you perfectly. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 11/06/2026

Baby Charlie is showing off his climbing skills already! 🙌🏼 Keep your eyes peeled for some more Charlie content, as he begins Baby Jungle School! 👀 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 10/06/2026

Felix is getting braver by the day, more adventurous, and building close friendships with his orangutan pals. He loves to play, eat, and climb in the branches at Jungle School. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 08/06/2026

Aman looking very smug with his coconut 🥥 What do you think he's thinking right now? Share your thoughts in the comments! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 06/06/2026

All aboard the jungle train! 🚂🌿🦧 This precious flashback shows baby Arto and Harapi navigating the forest floor together during their early Jungle School days. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 05/06/2026

Floods. Landslides. Wildfires. Earth is sending us urgent signals. When we lose our rainforests, we lose everything. This #WorldEnvironmentDay, we're standing with rainforests, wildlife and communities. What are YOU doing today for the planet?🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 04/06/2026

Bagus took a huge step in her journey to freedom earlier this year, when she moved to the pre-release island in Borneo. Her next stop? The wild! Stay tuned for more updates on Bagus' journey to ultimate forest freedom. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 03/06/2026

The moment Agam decides he's done with climbing for the day...because even orangutans have their limits 🤣 SRA is a collaboration with our COP and OIC partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 03/06/2026

Charlie was rescued earlier this year from a cruel life as a family pet. Now, he's safe at our BORA rescue centre, finding comfort in his babysitters and his milk bottles, and is beginning his long journey of recovery. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 02/06/2026

The moment Agam decides he's done with climbing for the day...because even orangutans have their limits 🤣 SRA is a collaboration with our COP and OIC partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 01/06/2026

These adorable young orangutans are in for their routine health check-ups today - and they are being absolute superstars about it! BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 31/05/2026

Would you like to see orangutans in the wild? Join Leif Cocks, founder of The Orangutan Project, this October in Borneo, to see orangutans, Komodo dragons, and other incredible wildlife 🔗 bit.ly/4sh3q1H

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 30/05/2026

Sometimes the best way to wash your worries away is with a little playtime in the water. Astuti was having the best time splashing around in a stream at Jungle School, completely lost in the fun. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 29/05/2026

We couldn't resist sharing this hilarious throwback of Popi at Jungle School. 😂 Popi was released last August and is now living wild and free in the Busang Ecosystem in East Borneo. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 28/05/2026

Did you know rescued orangutans can't simply be set free anywhere? But you can give Jack, and orangutans like him, a wild place to call home 🔗 bit.ly/4wXyFCv

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 27/05/2026

Meet our precious APE Achiever of the month...little Bow! Bow was stolen from the forest, taken from her mother, and shipped all the way to Thailand. Now, she's safe and starting Baby Jungle School 🔗 bit.ly/4uyRLNr

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 23/05/2026

Donate by June 30 and help build a release camp in the forests of Borneo and give rescued orangutans like Jack the future they deserve. 🔗 bit.ly/49e2hkJ

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 22/05/2026

Aman is putting those strong orangutan teeth to work! Crunching through a refreshing coconut at Jungle School like it’s nothing. Hands up if you now have the coconut song stuck in your head? 😄 BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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The Orangutan Project @theorangutanproject.org · 21/05/2026

Pansy enjoying some food enrichment at Baby Jungle School! Enrichment activities help keep rescued orangutans physically active and mentally stimulated, and helps them practise natural behaviours they’ll need in the wild. BORA is a collaboration with our COP partners, and the Ministry of Forestry 🌳

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