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Regrow Borneo
Regrow Borneo plants trees to support livelihoods in local communities, increase biodiversity, and promote ecosystem resilience in the Lower Kinabatangan, Sabah, Malaysia.
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Releasing King Ghaz
One of the first projects funded by Orangutan Appeal UK. This film tells King Ghaz's story from an orphaned orangutan to his translocation to the Tabin reserve in Borneo.
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Lockdown update at Sepilok
The state of Sabah has entered full lockdown again.
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Happy Anniversary Canyon
It's been 3 years since Canyon arrived at Sepilok having been kept as a pet.
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Introducing Nami and Zorro
We are celebrating our 20th Anniversary this summer with the introduction of two infant orangutans to our adoption scheme.
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How to watch 'Meet the Orangutans'
Here are some ways for our UK & Ireland supporters to watch 'Meet the Orangutans'.
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Orangutan care during the pandemic
Although most of the world is in lockdown orangutans still need our help.
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Coronavirus update from our Chairperson
Chairperson & Founder, Susan Sheward MBE shares her thoughts and concerns for the pandemic and how it can affect orangutans.
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Orangutans at threat of Coronavirus
As the highly infectious COVID-19 (Coronavirus) arrives in Borneo, this could have a devastating impact on the critically endangered orangutans cared for at the centre.
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Sepilok is closed to the public
Due to the spread and threat of COVID-19 (coronavirus) the Malaysian government has taken the decision to close Sepilok to the public in order to protect the orangutans, staff and public.
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Statement regarding Travellers Worldwide
Orangutan Appeal UK is in no way affiliated with Travellers Worldwide or their volunteer programme at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.
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Beryl begins her life in the wild
Beryl has decided for herself that she wants to live independently in the Kabili reserve. We are so proud and pleased that Beryl has taken the decision to begin her life in the wild.
