Orangutan Weigh-In and Behavior

At the Borneo Orangutan Survival's Nyaru Menteng Jungle School, it's weigh-in day. Caregivers start with group one, where sociable Meryl and less keen Angkasa are weighed. Regular checks are crucial for monitoring health, as many orangutans arrive malnourished. Nutrition significantly aids their growth. While group one is easy, older groups pose challenges. However, the process is smooth until Cinta, a five-year-old, insists on doing things her way. Despite this, skilled babysitters ensure all orangutans are weighed.

What is the main activity taking place at the Borneo Orangutan Survival's Nyaru Menteng Jungle School?

• Teaching the orangutans to climb

• Weighing the orangutans

• Feeding the orangutans

• Cleaning the orangutan enclosures

Why is it important to regularly check the weight of the young orangutans?

• To compare them with other animals

• To ensure they are not overweight

• To prepare them for release into the wild

• To monitor their health and growth

What transformation is observed in the orangutans due to excellent nutrition?

• They learn to climb trees

• They double their weight

• They become more sociable

• They develop new fur colors

What challenge is anticipated with the older orangutans in groups four and five?

• They are harder to weigh

• They refuse to eat

• They escape from enclosures

• They are more aggressive

How does Cinta, the five-year-old orangutan, behave during weigh-in?

• She hides from the caregivers

• She is very cooperative

• She refuses to be weighed

• She likes to do things her own way

What is the outcome of the weigh-in process for the older orangutans?

• It is chaotic and unsuccessful

• It results in injuries

• It is postponed to another day

• It is smooth despite challenges