TED-Ed: How smart are orangutans? - Lu Gao

The video explores the intelligence and adaptability of orangutans, highlighting the story of Fu Manchu, an orangutan known for his lock-picking skills. It delves into the family structure and skill development of orangutans, emphasizing their social and survival skills. The video also presents experiments that demonstrate their cognitive abilities. Finally, it addresses the conservation challenges they face due to deforestation and poaching, and the efforts to rescue and rehabilitate orphaned orangutans.

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