Orangutan Rescued from Kalimantan Wildfires, Health Assessed
A female orangutan, approximately 20 years old, was rescued from a forest fire-affected area in Central Kalimantan, Indonesia. Initial health checks revealed no signs of acute respiratory infection, injuries, or fractures, indicating a good condition. The rescue is part of efforts to protect orangutans losing habitat and food sources due to wildfires.
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