Video: Can Orangutans Get Startled?

Just like a human baby getting used to sights and sounds, an orangutan baby can become startled. Watch how easily it can happen in this short video clip from BOS Foundation.

Love what you see? Adopt a baby today! Visit our adoption page to meet the newest faces in our adoption program: Selfie, Jenny, Rumba and Galaksi.

Date posted: April 8, 2026

Adopt an Orangutan

Selfie

Age:  2 years
Location:  BOS Nyaru Menteng

Selfie is a young orangutan and an adventurous soul whose independence is growing everyday in Forest School.

Jenny

Age:  2 years
Location:  BOS Samboja Lestari

Jenny is quickly growing in forest school where she has transformed from an easily frightened infant into a clever & cheeky toddler.

Galaksi

Age:  5 years
Location:  BOS Samboja Lestari

Galaksi is a juvenile orangutan in forest school who is small but mighty. With friends at his side, he turns each day into an adventure.

Rumba

Age:  4 years
Location:  BOS Nyaru Menteng

Rumba has overcome physical challenges in forest school to show us that with patience and perseverance anything is possible.