Tapanuli Orangutan

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Common Name: Tapanuli Orangutan
Scientific Name: Pongo tapanuliensis
Type: Orangutan
Classification: Mammal
Diet: Omnivore
Height: 110 – 137 cm (43.3 – 54 inch) (at the shoulder)
Weight: 40 – 90 kg (88 – 198 lb)
Top Speed: 5 kph (3 mph)
Life Span: 30 years in the wild, 40 years in captivity
Migration Habit: Does not migrate
IUCN Redlist Status: Critically Endangered
Population Trend: Decreasing
Tapanuli Orangutan

Tapanuli Orangutans are Mammals that are a species of Orangutan. Their scientific name is Pongo tapanuliensis.

These Mammals are Omnivores, and groups of Tapanuli Orangutans are known as a -.

Tapanuli Orangutan Habitat

Tapanuli Orangutans are only found in Indonesia in Asia.

They strive in habitats like tropical moist forests.

Tapanuli Orangutan Young

These Orangutans mature at the age of 12-15 years. Once matured, Tapanuli Orangutans can have one young after a gestation period of 274 days.

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

References: Wikipedia and the IUCN Redlist.