Orangutan Mother and Baby Rescued from Indonesian Wildfires

Sep 5, 2026

45 min

Sep 5, 2026 06:30

Orangutan mother and baby rescued from Indonesia wildfires

## Rescue Operation in West Kalimantan

An orangutan mother and her baby were rescued from advancing wildfires in West Kalimantan, Indonesia. The fires have been spreading across Borneo and Sumatra, causing significant air pollution in neighboring countries.

## Monitoring and Evacuation

The orangutans had been under observation since July after being seen near a plantation. As the fires approached, authorities decided to move them to a rescue center run by the Yayasan Inisiasi Alam Rehabilitasi Indonesia (YIARI). Initial health checks showed no burn injuries, but their respiratory health is being monitored due to smoke exposure.

## Impact of Wildfires

This rescue is part of a broader effort, with nine orangutans evacuated from the Ketapang district in less than a month. The fires not only destroy habitats but also leave animals without shelter or food. Tragically, one orangutan died last week, with smoke exposure identified as the cause.

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