Banir

Throughout February, weather in Sintang remained unpredictable. After briefly transitioning toward the dry season, rainfall increased significantly over the past few weeks. Despite these noticeable shifts in weather, Banir’s health has remained unaffected. She continues to be in good, stable...

Since January, Manfred has been designated as one of the orangutan individuals involved in a research project conducted by a female student from Tanjungpura University, Pontianak. As part of this activity, temporary adjustments were made to the orangutan grouping. Under...

In December, the orangutans at the Sintang Orangutan Center (SOC) enjoyed a series of Christmas Treats designed as part of the enrichment program to support their well-being and encourage the expression of natural behaviors. This seasonal enrichment not only provides...

It seemed that Banir and Manfred were having a difficult time pairing. Every mealtime, Manfred always blocks Banir, so the keepers usually have to prioritize giving Manfred his portion first. However, even after Manfred receives his food and it’s Banir’s...

After being separated from her mother, Banir has shown excellent signs of adaptation. She appears calm and does not display behaviors associated with searching for her mother — a positive indicator that the separation process went smoothly and did not...

BANIR After being released from the isolation cage, Redi and Seko were temporarily placed in the social cage that had previously been occupied by Banir, Julia, and Otan. This meant that, for a period of time, the cage housed five...

BANIR This week, Banir, along with Otan and Julia, has been spending time in the cage as it has been raining almost every day. The cool weather makes them rest more often, only getting up occasionally to play with enrichments...

BANIR Banir finally had her first forest school session with her new group, which consisting of Seko, Otan, and Julia. However, as soon as she left the overnight cage, Banir did not immediately follow her group. Instead, she walked toward...

BANIR Banir, a 4-year-old female orangutan, was previously the only orangutan of her age who had not yet participated in forest school on a regular basis. This was due to her close bond with her mother, Benazir, with whom she...

BANIR In front of the cage of Banir and her mother, Benazir, a new cage construction project is underway. The workers’ activities seem to capture their attention. In her unique style, Benazir is often seen lying flat on the cage...