If there is one thing that truly defines Sinta, it is her uncompromising standard of cleanliness. Unlike other orangutans who tend to let nest leaves pile up as bedding or play material, Sinta does the opposite. She actively “tidies” her space—removing leftover food, leaves, and other materials by pushing them out through the gaps in the enclosure bars. Each morning, when the keepers clean the area, the evidence of her habit is clearly visible in the piles of leaves on the ground below. Sinta intentionally discards them through the bars.

Meanwhile, Sabine, Sinta’s young daughter, is showing encouraging development. Her curiosity toward different types of food is becoming more apparent. During feeding time, Sabine often takes a small portion, holding it while closely watching her mother eat. She then begins to lick it and gradually attempts to eat it herself. These moments clearly highlight the important role of a mother in an orangutan infant’s learning process.

While staying in the isolation enclosure, Sabine does not always depend on Sinta. She is quite active in exploring the enclosure, observing her surroundings, or playing on her own. However, her alertness becomes evident when a keeper approaches or when their neighbor, Benazir, creates disturbances with more aggressive movements. In such moments, Sabine quickly returns to her mother’s embrace.

Although they are not currently participating in forest school in waiting for their release, Sinta and Sabine continue to receive various enrichment to support their physical and mental stimulation. Based on daily monitoring, both remain in good and stable health, with no concerning signs of stress. They continue to carry out their daily routines comfortably.

We hold strong hope that Sinta and Sabine will remain in their best condition until the time for their release finally arrives. This will be a significant phase—one that will return them to the wild, where their instincts, learning, and life journey can continue naturally.

sinta en sabine

sinta en sabine