SINTA

During their time in the isolation cage while awaiting their release schedule, Sinta and her offspring, Sabine, have been observed to be in good health and condition. Both display active and responsive behavior toward their surroundings, particularly during feeding times with the animal keepers.

On one occasion during the midday feeding, the animal keeper provided long beans as part of their daily diet. Sinta took the food first, followed by Sabine. However, instead of eating it right away, Sabine displayed an interesting play behavior. She used the long beans as an object of play, placing them on top of her head as if wearing a wig. Several pieces were arranged on her head, and even when they repeatedly fell off, Sabine would pick them up and continue the activity.

This behavior lasted for quite some time and caught the attention of the animal keeper on duty. Such play activity reflects Sabine’s curiosity and positive cognitive development, serving as an encouraging indicator of her growth process.

After finishing her play, Sabine began to eat the long beans. In her interaction with Sinta, a natural dynamic between mother and offspring could be observed. At times, Sinta would take some of Sabine’s food, but she also appeared to leave portions behind, which Sabine would then consume. This reflects natural maternal behavior and Sabine’s learning process in recognizing food and adapting to simple feeding competition.

Overall, the interaction between Sinta and Sabine during their isolation period not only demonstrates good physical health but also highlights positive behavioral development—an important foundation as they prepare for eventual release into their natural habitat.