At three years old, Harapi continues to grow into a gentle and curious young orangutan. Calm and steady by nature, he values his personal space but also greatly enjoys spending time with his closest friends Arto and Felix.
Harapi having fun at Jungle School
Harapi has faced some recent challenges including a hand injury and a respiratory issue, for which he underwent x-rays and medical treatment. He also recently developed a swollen arm muscle that our veterinary team is monitoring closely. Despite these issues, his resilience has shone through. Harapi has begun using his hand again to climb, swing, and even leap between branches—clear signs of his growing strength and determination.
In Jungle School, Harapi often prefers to stay closer to the ground, but he climbs with confidence when joined by orangutans he feels comfortable with. While Harapi can be selective about who he spends time with, he is slowly gaining courage and experimenting with more social interactions. One of his playful quirks is attempting to challenge bigger orangutans-less out of rivalry, and more as an invitation to play.
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Harapi (left) with his best buddy Arto
Harapi is naturally curious, often observing and imitating the orangutans around him. He enjoys investigating his surroundings and sometimes even engages in mischievous behaviours like tugging on a friend’s hair. His carers keep a close watch to ensure these curious antics don’t get him into too much trouble!
With a sweet tooth for fruits (but definitely not lettuce!) and a love for honey-filled log enrichment, Harapi is learning more every day about what it means to be an orangutan in the forest. At 7.75 kg, Harapi is steadily growing into a strong young orangutan. While he still shows signs of dependence and carefulness, each month brings new progress. His journey is a reminder of the resilience and gentle determination that make orangutans so extraordinary.
Your support makes all this possible. Thank you for standing by Harpapi on this journey.
