Comparing Orangutans and Gorillas

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Average height of an adult orangutan?

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4 to 5.5 feet (1.2 to 1.7 meters)

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Adult gorilla weight?

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300 to 485 lbs (135 to 220 kg)

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Fur color of orangutans?

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Reddish-orange to brown.

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Distinctive feature of gorillas' faces?

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Pronounced brow ridge and flat nose.

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Arms of orangutans vs gorillas

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Orangutans have longer arms than gorillas.

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Difference in body shape: orangutans vs gorillas?

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Orangutans have an elongated body; gorillas are robust and stocky.

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Facial structure differences: orangutans vs gorillas

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Orangutans have a flatter face and less pronounced brow ridges; gorillas have a broader face with prominent brow ridges.

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Adaptations of orangutans for arboreal life:

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Long arms, strong grasping hands and feet, flexible shoulder joints, and camouflaging fur.

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Gorillas vs. orangutans in strength

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Gorillas are stronger than orangutans.

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Typical lifespan of an orangutan in the wild?

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30 to 40 years