Educational Resources
Raising awareness through education
We're dedicated to raising awareness and educating a range of audiences about the plight of the orangutan. On this page you'll find a range of articles that can help you learn more about orangutans, their rainforest home, and the threats they face.
Educational Resources
![Orangutan on rope at Sepilok.]()
Orangutan facts
Orangutans are one of our closest relatives in the animal kingdom sharing almost 97% DNA!
![Orangutan eyes close up]()
Why orangutans need our help
Bornean orangutans are critically endangered, facing multiple threats in the wild.
![Arnold and Ibri helping a orangutan on the ropes.]()
Orangutan rehabilitation
Rescued orangutans at Sepilok undergo a 5-step rehabilitation programme to increase their chances of returning to the wild.
![Sepilok-Kabili reserve in Borneo]()
Where do orangutans live?
Once widespread throughout South-East Asia, orangutans now only inhabit Borneo & Sumatra.
![Wulan the female orangutan eating a leaf]()
What do orangutans eat?
Primarily frugivorous, orangutans can forage for up to 6 hours a day in their rainforest home.
![Malim the orangutan at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Borneo]()
About male orangutans
Adult, male orangutans can become dominant and develop flanges which are distinct facial features.
![View of the Kinabatangan River in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia]()
About Borneo
Borneo holds an estimated 6% of global biodiversity making it one of the most species rich places in the world.
![Orangutan Appeal UK Education Officer, John, at St Lukes School delivering a talk about orangutans and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre]()
School talks
Our UK based education officer, John, offers talks about Sepilok, orangutans and our work as a charity.
