Sumatran Orangutan

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Common Name: Sumatran Orangutan
Scientific Name: Pongo abelii
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Type: Orangutan
Classification: Mammal
Diet: Frugivores
Arm Length: 130 – 180 cm (51 – 71 inch)
Height: 90 – 140 cm (35.4 – 55 inch) (at the shoulder)
Weight: 45 – 90 kg (99 – 198 lb)
Top Speed: 6 kph (4 mph)
Life Span: 35-40 years in the wild, 50 years in captivity
Migration Habit: Does not migrate
IUCN Redlist Status: Critically Endangered
Population Trend: Decreasing
Sumatran Orangutan

Sumatran Orangutans are Mammals that are a species of Orangutan. Their scientific name is Pongo abelii.

These Mammals are Frugivoress, and groups of Sumatran Orangutans are known as a -.

Sumatran Orangutan Habitat

Sumatran Orangutans can be found in many countries in Asia, these countries include Indonesia.

They strive in habitats like forests.

Sumatran Orangutan Young

These Orangutans mature at the age of 12 years. Once matured, Sumatran Orangutans can have 1 young after a gestation period of 274 days.

Sumatran Orangutan young are called infants and, like most animal young, are extremely cute.

References: Wikipedia and the IUCN Redlist.