Chen Chen
SEX: Male
AGE: 8
DESCRIPTION: Dominant, Moody, Curious
ID TIPS: The only one with one eye; Also has hairless patches on back
QUIRK: Mood swings
HISTORY
At the Nyaru Menteng Rescue and Rehabilitation Center Chen Chen was like any other baby orangutan; playful, curious and always up for a wrestle. Tragically, during a playful scrap, Chen Chen pierced his left eye with a stick. His eye was so severely damaged veterinarians had no choice but to remove it completely. From then on Chen Chen became known as “The Pirate”, both because of his looks and a new, very changeable, personality. Through the ordeal Chen Chen became good friends with a younger smaller male called Donald… Donald seemed to be the only one willing to put up with his mood swings.
LIFE ON ORANGUTAN ISLAND
Chen Chen has found himself in a new role on the island. He is one of the oldest, largest males making him top dog in the line up for dominance over the young community and he has no trouble throwing his weight around; especially when food and females are concerned. But Chen Chen’s status is fragile; and when he is challenged in a dramatic face-off with the aggressive intruder Hamlet he comes off second best. But long-time friend Donald is still his loyal supporter and benefits from the tender and playful side of the island bully.
Chen Chen does fall for the intelligent Yeyen, which will make Donald a little jealous. He is very curious and enjoys exploring the island having encounters with interesting creatures including a cicada, and a python.
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