Sweet 'little' Jelapat was brought into the care of Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation in June of 2016. He grew and developed with the eyes of the world watching on the hit series, Orangutan Jungle School! Once he completed forest school, Jelapat spent time in the Nyaru Menteng socialization complex as he awaited his next phase of rehabilitation. On December 2 of 2023, eight year old Jelapat was transferred to Bedak Besar pre-release island where he is now perfecting his survival skills before his expected return to the wild. Jelapat has now “graduated” from our adoption program. Thank you to everyone who has supported this special boy’s journey! You've made a huge difference in his life! 🙂

Dear little Covita was rescued from life as an illegal pet in August 2020, in the midst of the global pandemic. She was just over 2 years old when she came into the care of the International Animal Rescue Indonesia Foundation (YIARI). Covita was soon placed with an orangutan foster mother named Paini. The two lived together on a rehabilitation island on the grounds of the IAR orangutan center where Paini began teaching Covita all the skills she needs to live in the forest. We were so happy when Covita and Paini were released together to freedom in Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park on June 26, 2023. Since Covita is now back in the forest where she belongs, she has officially “graduated” from our adoption program.

ONE OF THE STARS OF ORANGUTAN JUNGLE SCHOOL!

Sweet Meryl was rescued in January 2015. She was taken to BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng care center where she completed years of rehabilitation. Meryl joined the Orangutan Outreach adoption program in 2016 and had many supporters over the years. It was a joy watching her grow and develop. In November 2021, at 8 years of age, Meryl was transferred to a pre-release island for her final stage of rehabilitation. With this move, Meryl “graduated” from our adoption program. Thank you to all who supported Meryl.

ONE OF THE STARS OF ORANGUTAN JUNGLE SCHOOL!

Beautiful Cinta arrived at BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng care center in February 2013 as a baby. She was given the name Cinta which means “love” in Bahasa Indonesian. We all enjoyed watching Cinta make her way through Forest School, gaining skills and becoming more beautiful every day. In April 2021, at 9 years old, Cinta was transferred to a pre-release island to undertake her final stage of rehabilitation. At that time, she became a “graduate” of the Orangutan Outreach adoption program. Thank you to everyone who has loved and supported this special girl.

ONE OF THE STARS OF ORANGUTAN JUNGLE SCHOOL!

Handsome Jumbo arrived at BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng care center in February 2013. He was just one year old as he started his rehabilitation. Jumbo showed excellent progress and moved right through the levels of Forest School. In April 2021, at 9 years old, it was time for Jumbo to move on to the pre-release island stage of his journey. This move marked Jumbo’s “graduation” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program. Thank you to everyone who supported him through the years.

Lovely Molika came into the care of Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) in June 2018. She progressed quickly and learned many skills in her four and a half years of rehabilitation at the SOCP center. In November 2022 Molika was transferred to SOCP's Jantho Orangutan Reintroduction Center for her final stage of rehabilitation. We were so excited for Molika yet a bit sad as this meant she “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program. We are very thankful to all of Molika's adoptive parents for years of support.

Gorgeous Gunung was rescued in November 2011. He was brought to the International Animal Rescue Indonesia (YIARI) Ketapang center. The little guy was given the name “Gunung” which means “mountain” in Bahasa Indonesian. He joined the Orangutan Outreach adoption program in 2012 and had hundreds of supporters through the years. Gunung successfully completed his rehabilitation journey and in December 2022 he was released to freedom in the forest! We are so proud of Gunung and are thrilled that he is back home where he belongs. Upon his release to the Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park, Gunung “graduated” from our adoption program.

Megaloman (Mega) arrived to Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) Quarantine Center in May 2014. He did a wonderful job with his skills training and it sure was fun to watch him develop. In November 2022 Mega headed off to SOCP's Jantho Orangutan Reintroduction Center for his final stage of rehabilitation. With this move, it was time for Mega to “graduate” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program. We are extremely thankful to all of Mega’s adoptive parents for accompanying him on his journey.

Cutie Elo arrived at BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng care center in May 2012. While completing his rehabilitation, Elo joined the Orangutan Outreach adoption program and soon had many supporters. After learning many skills, Elo completed Forest School. In 2019, at age 8 years, this clever boy was transferred to a pre-release island to perfect his skills. At this time, he “graduated” from our adoption program. Thank you to all who loved and supported Elo.

One of the first babies rescued by International Animal Rescue Indonesia (YIARI) was an infant who was given the name Monti. Monti was brought to the YIARI Ketapang center in November 2009 and she spent the next few years in Forest School learning how to be an orangutan. Monti then moved to an island on the grounds of the center to perfect her skills. In August 2018 a decision was made to introduce Monti to a very young baby named Anggun. Monti became Anggun’s foster mother and the two lived together on a pre-release island. Everything went exactly as the YIARI team hoped. Monti and Anggun were released together to freedom in Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park in February 2020. We consider Monti as one of the most successful “graduates” of the Orangutan Outreach adoption program.

Nadya was a beautiful little orangutan who was rescued in June 2014 when she was around 2 years old. She was taken to Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) center where she received much tender loving care. Over four years Nadya developed from a timid baby into a confident young lady. In April 2018 Nadya was transferred to the SOCP Jantho Orangutan Reintroduction Center for advanced skills training. Nadya fell ill and returned to the SOCP Quarantine and Rehabilitation Centre for intensive care. The little sweetheart passed away on July 17th, 2018 due to bronchopneumonia and malaria. Nest in peace, dear one.

This adorable girl is Topan. You know her as one of the stars of the hit series Orangutan Jungle School. She is lovingly cared for by Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation. Topan can be quite a handful but she is progressing very well at Forest School. Her natural behaviors and skills move Topan through the levels of Forest School ahead of her peers. Go, Topan, Go! Learn more about this fun-loving girl here.

Pungky was rescued in 2010 and cared for by International Animal Rescue Indonesia (YIARI). He completed his rehabilitation at the YIARI Ketapang orangutan center. In 2016, Pungky completed his skills training on a pre-release island on the grounds of the center. This special guy was released to freedom into Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park in late Spring 2018. Pungky has therefore “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program. Thank you to all who followed Pungky’s journey.

Oscarina was rescued by International Animal Rescue Indonesia (YIARI) in July 2011 when she was a baby. This special little girl joined the Orangutan Outreach adoption program in 2012. She was supported and loved by her adoptive parents and adored by all those who followed her progress. During her rehabilitation Oscarina grew and developed, made orangutan friends, and learned forest survival skills. She lived on various pre-release islands at the YIARI center where she perfected her arboreal skills. Oscarina was successfully released back to freedom in the forest in November 2020. She was released in Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park close to where her best friend Monti was released at the beginning of 2020. We are so proud of this "graduate" from our adoption program.

Kesi was brought to BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng center in September 2004. She was barely three months old and her left hand was missing. She was one of the tiniest and most delicate babies the staff had ever seen, and she quickly became a favorite. Through her years in Forest School, Kesi developed into a more independent and active orangutan, never letting her disability hold her back. Kesi officially “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program when she moved to a pre-release island. Thank you to all for loving Kesi.

Darling Mimi was rescued in 2010 and was cared for by International Animal Rescue Indonesia (YIARI). This sweet girl did a wonderful job during her rehabilitation. By 2017 Mimi had truly blossomed, mastering the skills necessary to live in the forest. After spending several seasons on a pre-release island at the YIARI center, Mimi was deemed 'ready for release'. She was returned to freedom in the forest in Spring 2018. Her release into Bukit Baka Bukit Raya National Park marked her “graduation” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program.

Lomon came to BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng facility in April 2006. He progressed quickly through the levels of Forest School. Little Lomon became one of the most dominant male orangutans in his group. Lomon “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program when he moved to the BOS socialization complex. Thank you to all who supported Lomon.

Special lady Gober entered the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme (SOCP) Quarantine Center in November 2008. She needed extra care as she went blind due to age-related cataracts. In 2009 Gober was introduced to a blind male orangutan named Leuser. Unexpectedly, Gober became pregnant and in February 2011 delivered healthy twins – a male who was named Ganteng and a female named Ginting. The infants thrived under Gober's care. In 2012, following a surgical procedure on her cataracts, Gober's sight was partially restored! Gober and the twins were released together back into a secure forest at the end of December 2014. At this time, they officially “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program.

Fio was brought to BOS foundation’s Nyaru Menteng facility in 2007. She weighed barely 4 pounds and was approximately 6 months old. Fio quickly became energetic and independent, and her skills developed quickly. She officially “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program when she completed Forest School. Thanks to everyone who followed and supported Fio’s rehabilitation.

Grendon was rescued in April 2006 from life as an illegal pet. He completed rehabilitation at BOS Foundation’s Nyaru Menteng facility. When Orangutan Diary aired on BBC, Grendon became a full-fledged TV star. Viewers all over the world had the opportunity to see him grow and develop as the series progressed. Grendon “graduated” from the Orangutan Outreach adoption program when he moved to the BOS socialization complex in Fall 2011.

Orangutans in the Orangutan Outreach Adoption Program are considered “graduates” once they complete forest school, move to a pre-release island, or are released to freedom in the forest. Each event is a cause for celebration, although we are always a bit sad that we can no longer follow the progress of these special red apes. Dodo is one of our graduates. He completed his rehabilitation at BOS Foundation’s Samboja Lestari facility.