It only takes one moment of clarity to realize how important enrichment is for captive animals. My moment of clarity came last week when I was introduced to a young orangutan through long-term volunteer Jennifer Donay. Not only has this orangutan inspired a unique new enrichment program, but she also has taught me many lessons about what is important in life and how to enjoy the simple pleasures every day. Our Featured Orangutan of the [...]

  Enrichment, Visitor's Corner   Hocky, rehabilitation, by Jessica Pearl Parker.

George Baru* is an amazing little guy. He has big expressive brown eyes that take in the world around him and a charismatic little personality that draws people to him. If he had a bit more courage, his curiosity would, no doubt, get him into a lot of mischief. But George is only nine months old. Give him time; the courage will come. Now George spends the majority of his time latched on to a [...]

  Orangutan of the Month   infant, OCCQ, by Jennifer Donay.