Orangutans in danger as wildfires blaze through Borneo
Summary
Wildfires in Borneo and Sumatra are destroying the homes of many orangutans and threatening their survival. Rescue groups are helping injured orangutans by moving them to care centers for treatment before releasing them back into the wild.Key Facts
- Wildfires are burning across six provinces in Borneo and Sumatra islands in Indonesia.
- The fires damage the natural habitat of hundreds of orangutans.
- The fires leave orangutans without enough food or water.
- A weak orangutan was found in Ketapang, West Kalimantan, on Borneo island.
- The wildlife foundation YIARI is caring for injured orangutans and plans to release them after recovery.
- Indonesian authorities have increased efforts to control the smoke and wildfires.
- The situation for orangutans is described as critical due to the fires.
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