Bornean Orangutan
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Sponsors
March 2021 : Eckard Family; Zach, Katie, Alayna, and Brady; Kris Harper; Mizner Family;
April 2021 : Bob & Kathy Frucella; Izzo Family; Judith Stangle; Craig & Marjorie Hinchman; Lock Family; Piper, Wren, Odin, and Nora;
May 2021 : Sheryl Martucci; Hammerlee Dental Care; Shaffer Family; Jackie, Rob, Alexandria, and Andrew Roddy;
December 2021: NAPA at UPMC Hamot;
March 2022: Mizner Family; Stasser; Kristi Hurst; Bob & Kathy Frucella
May 2022: Iveryelle C. Skinner
June 2022: Janet Swartzbeck
December 2022: Kerianne Wilson and Alex Roesch; Robin Lahr Adams
March 2023: Ben Bignell
March 2024: Allegheny Realty Settlement and Shafer Law Firm
April 2021 : Bob & Kathy Frucella; Izzo Family; Judith Stangle; Craig & Marjorie Hinchman; Lock Family; Piper, Wren, Odin, and Nora;
May 2021 : Sheryl Martucci; Hammerlee Dental Care; Shaffer Family; Jackie, Rob, Alexandria, and Andrew Roddy;
December 2021: NAPA at UPMC Hamot;
March 2022: Mizner Family; Stasser; Kristi Hurst; Bob & Kathy Frucella
May 2022: Iveryelle C. Skinner
June 2022: Janet Swartzbeck
December 2022: Kerianne Wilson and Alex Roesch; Robin Lahr Adams
March 2023: Ben Bignell
March 2024: Allegheny Realty Settlement and Shafer Law Firm
Habitat
Mature rainforests on the island of Borneo in Asia
Size
3 - 4.5 feet tall
Weight
Females: 90-150 pounds Males: 180-275 pounds
Lifespan
35-40 years
Diet
fruit, young leaves, bark, flowers, insects, and bird eggs
Reproduction
One offspring born every 3-6 years. Clings to mom for first 2 years of life.
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Threats
habitat destruction, poaching and the harvesting of trees for palm oil