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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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
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LEARNING TO LIVE WILD AND FREE
In the wild, baby orangutans, like Signe’s son Rafalang, remain closely attached to their mothers until they are around 7 to 8 years old. During this long period, a female orangutan will not give birth again,... View Article
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SUCI’S SWEET DISCOVERY
In the vast wilderness of Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, Central Kalimantan, the story of Suci, a young female orangutan, continues to unfold with new wonders. First released in 2021, Suci occasionally appeared during observations... View Article
Our Community
Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia is seeking a Volunteer Board Treasurer to manage the organisation's finances.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to support a charity that is at the forefront of orangutan conservation.
The role of Board Treasurer is a volunteer position that allows you to work remotely from home.
For more details and information on how to apply, please follow the link below or in our bio:
www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/BOSA/board-treasurer-voluntary-remote-work-from-h#jobopportunityu#volunteern#JoinUso#treasurers#WorkWithUsi#SaveOrangutansutans
13 hours ago
Megan McAuliffe Harper 😊
Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Australia is seeking a Volunteer Board Treasurer to manage the organisation's finances.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to support a charity that is at the forefront of orangutan conservation.
The role of Board Treasurer is a volunteer position that allows you to work remotely from home.
For more details and information on how to apply, please click here:
www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/BOSA/board-treasurer-voluntary-remote-work-from-h#jobopportunityu#volunteern#JoinUso#treasurers#WorkWithUsi#SaveOrangutansutans
13 hours ago
Today, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to one of our long-standing partners, the Orica Impact Fund.
Their generous support has been crucial in funding essential infrastructure projects at our Samboja Lestari Centre in East Kalimantan. This includes upgrading roads, restoring degraded land, and enhancing the veterinary clinic facilities by building a new treatment enclosure for sick orangutans and sun bears.
Additionally, Orica has provided an open-bed truck for transporting food supplies to the 76 sun bears at our Samboja Lestari Centre.
@oricalimited #ThankfulThursday #SaveOrangutans #orangutans #sunbears #conservation #StrongerTogether
1 day ago
Today, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to one of our long-standing partners, the Orica Impact Fund.
Their generous support has been crucial in funding essential infrastructure projects at our Samboja Lestari Centre in East Kalimantan. This includes upgrading roads, restoring degraded land, and enhancing the veterinary clinic facilities by building a new treatment enclosure for sick orangutans and sun bears.
Additionally, Orica has provided an open-bed truck for transporting food supplies to the 76 sun bears at our Samboja Lestari Centre.
@oricalimited #ThankfulThursday #SaveOrangutans #orangutans #sunbears #conservation #StrongerTogether
1 day ago
This Christmas, we need your support to ensure Beni and his friends can continue enjoying their fresh bananas!
Discover more here:
donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/sm
(or link in bio)
Remember when our beloved Big Boy Beni sneaked into the banana storage?
If you were impressed by the enormous mountain of bananas that Beni climbed and rolled down, wait until you see all the other food piles we need to keep our orangutans healthy and happy.
To ensure the welfare of the 233 rescued orangutans at Nyaru Menteng alone, we require about 4.5 tons of nutritious food every month, 80% of which is fruit!
That's why we urgently need a facility at our new, relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre with enough space to store all this food and accommodate other essential infrastructure needed to care for our orangutans and effectively operate the centre. Only then can we move the remaining orangutans from the old centre to the new one and reunite our family.
Please donate today, and help us build this much-needed operational hub for our centre! We aim to raise $50,000 by 25 December. Let's do it together!
Give now here:
donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/sm
(or link#SaveOrangutanso#helpusn#donatetodayo#ChristmasGifti#conservationn#lovet#BigBoyBeniB#OrangutanJungleSchooln#GiveNowl#StrongerTogethere#giftsthatgivebackatgiveback
2 days ago
My FAVORITE SHOW! And my comfort show. I will watch these over and over again and never get tired of watching! Beni & Bumi are such cheeky characters! Can’t forget Cinta and Yutris! 🥰🦧🧡 I love them all!
Beni is out in the wild now, isn't he? Or at least in college?
Gorgeous Beni ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Handsome guy 😍😍😍
Love big boy Beni ❤️🫶😍🥰
This Christmas, we need your support to ensure Beni and his friends can continue enjoying their fresh bananas!
Discover more here:
donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas-2025/sm
Remember when our beloved Big Boy Beni sneaked into the banana storage?
If you were impressed by the enormous mountain of bananas that Beni climbed and rolled down, wait until you see all the other food piles we need to keep our orangutans healthy and happy.
To ensure the welfare of the 233 rescued orangutans at Nyaru Menteng alone, we require about 4.5 tons of nutritious food every month, 80% of which is fruit!
That's why we urgently need a facility at our new, relocated Nyaru Menteng Rehabilitation Centre with enough space to store all this food and accommodate other essential infrastructure needed to care for our orangutans and effectively operate the centre. Only then can we move the remaining orangutans from the old centre to the new one and reunite our family.
Please donate today, and help us build this much-needed operational hub for our centre! We aim to raise $50,000 by 25 December. Let's do it together!
Give now here:
donations.orangutans.com.au/xmas#SaveOrangutanso#helpusn#donatetodayo#ChristmasGifti#conservationn#lovet#BigBoyBeniB#OrangutanJungleSchooln#GiveNowl#StrongerTogethere#giftsthatgivebackatgiveback
2 days ago
Our orangutan calendar is selling fast!
Visit our shop to get yours before they’re gone! Each purchase supports our crucial orangutan conservation efforts.
Visit today: orangutans.com.au/shop
#saveorangutans #conservation #calendar #shopnow #christmasgift #orangutans
3 days ago
Our orangutan calendar is selling fast!
Visit our shop to get yours before they’re gone! Each purchase supports our crucial orangutan conservation efforts.
Visit today: orangutans.com.au/shop
#saveorangutans #conservation #calendar #shopnow #christmasgift #orangutans
3 days ago
