From Captivity to Freedom: The Journey of Orangutans

🌴Orangutans find temporary homes on islands, granting them a sense of freedom and a better quality of life.

🐒Hercules, a previously crippled orangutan, now enjoys independence and companionship on the islands.

🚶‍♂️Hercules's limited mobility poses risks as he cannot climb and may drown during periods of high water levels.

🏋️‍♂️The hope is that Hercules can receive physiotherapy by climbing trees, potentially improving his feet.

🌳Creating safe and natural habitats for orangutans is crucial for their well-being and survival.

Why are orangutans released on islands?

—Finding safe places for release is increasingly difficult, and islands provide temporary homes that offer a better quality of life.

Who is Hercules?

—Hercules is an orangutan previously kept in a small cage, leaving him permanently crippled. He now resides on the islands and enjoys a taste of freedom.

What are the risks for orangutans on the islands?

—Limited mobility poses risks for orangutans, including the possibility of drowning during high water levels.

How can Hercules improve his condition?

—Hercules might receive physiotherapy by climbing trees, which could potentially improve his feet.

What is the ultimate goal for orangutans?

—The ultimate goal is to create safe and natural habitats for orangutans, allowing them to live without suffering in captivity.

00:01Orangutans face challenges in finding safe places for release.

00:10The islands provide temporary homes that grant orangutans a taste of freedom and better quality of life.

00:34Hercules, a previously crippled orangutan, now resides on the islands.

01:00Hercules enjoys the independence and companionship on the islands.

01:53For the first time, Hercules is spotted climbing trees, which could be life-changing for him.