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Continued Existence

Continued Existence

Not many of these critically endangered orangutans are left in wild. At Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, they gave these impressive living beings a new home. Their ...
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Not many of these critically endangered orangutans are left in wild. At Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, they gave these impressive living beings a new home. Their natural habitat is shrinking to make space for palm oil plantations, which are a massive environmental problem. However, to see a mother with her offspring is a ray of hope for persistence.
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My late Great Aunt Carol Richie was a volunteer with The Orangutan Foundation and took many trips to Bornio to work with these amazing creatures. This is a stunning picture. I am truly enjoying your work! Ty.

Im in love with the compasion shown in this photo

Wow, this is just beautiful

Thanks mate, really appreciate :)

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