Our Vision
Our vision is a world where orangutans are free from the threat of extinction and can live in the wild, unharmed by humans.
back to their home.
our two sanctuaries.
The Problem
There are numerous threats to the viability of the remaining wild orangutan population in Indonesia and Malaysia. The primary threat is the loss of habitat with up to 80% of suitable forest in Indonesia and Malaysia having been lost in the past 20 years. Other threats, which often go hand-in-hand with the destruction of the rainforest, are the illegal pet trade and poaching.
Latest News
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GROWING STRONGER TOGETHER
Do you remember Esa and Indri, the two rescued baby orangutans who arrived together at Samboja Lestari in mid-2025? Both have now completed their quarantine period and joined the Nursery Group stage of Forest School. How... View Article
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A FRAGILE START TOWARDS A STRONGER TOMORROW
The Nyaru Menteng Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre has recently welcomed a new arrival—a tiny female orangutan named Pororo. Arrival at Nyaru Menteng A local resident who voluntarily handed over Pororo reported that she was found on a... View Article
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THE 46TH ORANGUTAN RELEASE FROM NYARU MENTENG
The Ministry of Forestry of the Republic of Indonesia, the Central Kalimantan Natural Resources Conservation Agency, the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, and the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation will soon conduct the 46th orangutan... View Article
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KOPRAL’S RECOVERY
Do you remember Kopral, the orangutan with no arms? He is our superhero when it comes to determination, resilience and a positive attitude. Last year, he seriously injured his right foot, which is extremely tragic for... View Article
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HOW ORANGUTANS UNDERGO THEIR ANNUAL HEALTH CHECK
At the BOS Foundation’s rehabilitation centres, the veterinarians perform routine annual health checks to ensure the well-being of the orangutans in our care. Recently, our medical, animal welfare and technician teams at Samboja Lestari conducted a... View Article
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MAMA JOSIE’S JOURNEY
Josie is one of the female orangutans currently honing her learned skills on Kaja Pre-Release Island. She is typically shy and solitary, rarely interacting or socialising with other orangutans on the island. Discover how she has... View Article
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SELFIE IS GROWING BOLD
Since 29 May 2025, Selfie, a young female orangutan, has officially joined the small group at the Forest School of the Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre. Initially, she was accompanied by her little friend Rumba, who brought... View Article
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A CALM ADAPTATION TO THE WILD
Do you remember Sie-Sie, the orangutan who was released into the wild last April? Unlike most orangutans who immediately climb trees or quietly distance themselves after release, Sie-Sie reacted with aggression. He showed signs of stress... View Article
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LOVE IS IN THE AIR
Mating behaviour is one of the most important forms of social interaction in the life of orangutans. This interaction occurs between male and female individuals and plays a vital role in ensuring the survival of a... View Article
Our Community
Last Chance to donate to our Christmas Appeal!
Unfortunately, we haven't reached our goal yet, and there is just 1 day left!
Can you please help us reach the finish line and build a much-needed facility at our newly relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre so that we can care for our 233 orangutans in the best possible way?
Take advantage of this final opportunity here:
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7 hours ago
Last Chance to donate to our Christmas Appeal!
Unfortunately, we haven't reached our goal yet, and there is just 1 day left!
Can you please help us reach the finish line and build a much-needed facility at our newly relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre so that we can care for our 233 orangutans in the best possible way?
Take advantage of this final opportunity here:
donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/#SaveOrangutansu#christmasappealp#supportuso#helpuse#GiveNowv#donatetodayt#orphanr#love##OrangutanJungleSchoolc#weneedyoue#LastChancehance
7 hours ago
It's the final day of our 12 Days of Christmas Orangutan Jungle Jingle!
Relax and enjoy watching our baby orangutans play!
If you would like to help our little orphans with a last-minute gift, we have plenty of options to choose from–each supporting our vital orangutan rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts!
Shop here: www.orangutans.com.au/product-category/instant-gifts (or link in bio)
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas Ev#SaveOrangutansu#AdoptAnOrangutang#christmasgifts#holidaygifty#supportuso#orphanr#love##lastminutegiftegift
12 hours ago
It's the final day of our 12 Days of Christmas Orangutan Jungle Jingle!
Relax and enjoy watching our baby orangutans play!
If you would like to help our little orphans with a last-minute gift, we have plenty of options to choose from–each supporting our vital orangutan rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts!
Shop here: www.orangutans.com.au/product-category/instant-gifts
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas Ev#SaveOrangutansu#AdoptAnOrangutang#christmasgifts#holidaygifty#supportuso#orphanr#love##lastminutegiftegift
13 hours ago
Don't miss the deadline!‼️
There are just 2 days left for our Christmas Appeal!
This is your chance to provide fresh bananas and other fruits for Beni and his friends at our newly relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre and its pre-release islands.
We need your help right now to reach our goal and build the urgently needed organisational hub for our new centre!
Please donate generously here: donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/sm
(or link in bio)
Thank you so much, on behalf of Beni and his friends#SaveOrangutansu#christmasappealp#supportuso#helpuse#GiveNowv#donatetodayt#orphanr#love##OrangutanJungleSchoolc#weneedyoue#BigBoyBeniyBeni
1 day ago
Is Beni off his diet?
Thought Beni wasn't allowed bananas
Don't miss the deadline‼️
There are just 2 days left for our Christmas Appeal!
This is your chance to provide fresh bananas and other fruits for Beni and his friends at our newly relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre and its pre-release islands.
We need your help right now to reach our goal and build the urgently needed organisational hub for our new centre!
Please donate generously here: donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/sm
Thank you so much, on behalf of Beni and his friend#SaveOrangutansu#christmasappealp#supportuso#helpuse#GiveNowv#donatetodayt#orphanr#love##OrangutanJungleSchoolc#weneedyoue#BigBoyBeniyBeni
1 day ago
Just 1 Day left of our 12 Days of Christmas Orangutan Jungle Jingle!
Time flies, especially when we look back at this adorable video of Aiko, Onyer and Ramangai joining the Nursery Group.
It's still not too late for Christmas! You can symbolically adopt Onyer for a year and receive a personalised certificate with your gift recipient's name.
Our Instant Gifts collection also offers symbolic adoptions of nine other orangutans and a variety of unique gifts that give back.
Shop now here: www.orangutans.com.au/product-category/instant-gifts (or link#SaveOrangutanso#AdoptAnOrangutann#christmasgifti#holidaygifto#supportus##orphanu#lovephan #love
2 days ago
Done. X3. ❤️🦧
Just 1 Day left of our 12 Days of Christmas Orangutan Jungle Jingle!
Time flies, especially when we look back at this adorable video of Aiko, Onyer and Ramangai joining the Nursery Group.
It's still not too late for Christmas! You can symbolically adopt Onyer for a year and receive a personalised certificate with your gift recipient's name.
Our Instant Gifts collection also offers symbolic adoptions of nine other orangutans and a variety of unique gifts that give back.
Shop now here: www.orangutans.com.au/product-category/insta#SaveOrangutanso#AdoptAnOrangutann#christmasgifti#holidaygifto#supportus##orphanu#lovephan #love
2 days ago
