Orangutan Care and Behavior

The video explores the life of orangutans, focusing on their tree-living habits, diet, and the nurturing environment provided by caretakers. It highlights the playful nature of young orangutans like Jumbo and the efforts to prepare them for independent life in the wild. The staff's role in minimizing attachment to ensure successful reintroduction into their natural habitat is also discussed.

Where does the learning primarily take place for the orangutans in the classroom?

• On the ground

• In a classroom building

• In a zoo

• In the trees

What is the primary component of an orangutan's diet?

• Leaves

• Insects

• Fruits

• Small animals

How much can adult male orangutans weigh?

• Up to 250 pounds

• Up to 300 pounds

• Up to 200 pounds

• Up to 150 pounds

At what age can orangutans continue to nurse in the wild?

• Until 8 years old

• Until 7 years old

• Until 6 years old

• Until 5 years old

What does Jumbo try to convince his babysitter of?

• That he wants to play

• That he missed out on milk

• That he is hungry

• That he is tired

Why do caretakers rotate regularly?

• To prevent too much attachment

• To give the orangutans variety

• To manage their workload

• To ensure they all get experience

What is the ultimate goal for the orangutans in the care facility?

• To be released into the wild

• To become pets

• To be moved to a zoo

• To stay in the facility

What is the relationship between Jumbo and his babysitter Ursala described as?

• Distant

• Affectionate

• Hostile

• Indifferent