Orangutans Discovered by Western Science
Dutch naturalist Pieter Boddaert officially named the orangutan as Pongo pygmaeus, introducing the species to Western science.
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Join us in celebrating International Orangutan Day on August 19th! This special day was created to raise awareness about the plight of these amazing and intelligent apes. Orangutans are found only in the rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo, and their numbers have been declining for many years due to deforestation, poaching, disease, and illegal pet trade. Thankfully, there are now a number of conservation efforts in place that are helping to protect these beautiful creatures from further harm. Let's use this day to spread the word about why orangutans need our help!
