Nine orangutans rescued from Indonesian wildfires return to Batu Nyambu forest
Conservationists released nine orangutans rescued from August and September wildfires in West Kalimantan province into a new protected area on Thursday.
Rescue conditions upon arrival
The animals arrived in poor physical condition after suffering burns and malnutrition during the fires. Workers carried them in cages suspended from poles through steep and slippery terrain to reach their destination.
Health checks before release
Staff nursed the group back to health over several weeks of feeding and care. A final health check confirmed that three mothers were pregnant again prior to opening their cages.
Return to the wild
The pair of a female and her baby climbed trees immediately after entering the protected area. All nine apes, including four mother-young pairs, fled the enclosures and returned to the canopy safely.
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