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Baby Gwyn with Ospie

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Introducing baby Gwyn

There’s a new face at Sepilok, 7 month old baby Gwyn

In October 2024, rehabilitated female, Ospie, gave birth to a baby, now named Gwyn. Seven months on, the little one is still completely dependent on mum, but already starting to take an interest in the world.

Ospie was born at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, where her mother was unable to care for her. She arrived at Sepilok in early 2015 and began the long process of rehabilitation. Always gentle and curious, she graduated in 2021 and now lives freely in the Sepilok-Kabili protected forest reserve.

Mother orangutan called Ospie with her baby (Gwyn) lying down next to her

Although she has the skills to survive independently, Ospie continues to remain close the centre. This isn’t unusual, female orangutans in the wild often stay within the area they were born or raised. For Ospie, Sepilok has become her home, and it’s where she’s chosen to raise her first baby.

  • 04 2025 Baby Gwyn on grass hands in the air leaf on head

We’ll be keeping a close eye on Gwyn’s progress and sharing updates as this young orangutan grows. For now, it’s all about staying close to mum and soaking up the surroundings.

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