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10 of the SMARTEST Animals on the Planet

Orangutan The intelligence of these redheaded primates is often underestimated, although many scientists actually believe that orangutans are much smarter than chimps and bonobos.

These Wildlife Photos of the Year Convey a Deep Message

“Losing the fight” Photographer: Aaron Gekosk Like other wild animals, orangutans, too, deserve to be in their natural habitat. Unfortunately, they’ve been used as a form of entertainment by humans for long - either in circuses or in other tourist attractions.

These 10 New Species Were Only Discovered in 2018!

Pongo tapanuliensis (Tapanuli Orangutan) Andrew Walmsley These are the most endangered great apes in the world. In fact, scientists estimate that there are only 800 of these living across 250,000 fragmented acres of hills and forests.

Winners of the 2021 Nature Conservancy Photo Contest

Photo: Thomas Vijayan, Canada Image source: The Nature Conservancy An orangutan sits sadly on tree stumps that have been recently cut down. Orangutans live on trees and feed on wild fruits and other foods. Water, Third Place.

17 Monkeys and Apes SO Funny We Cannot Stop Laughing

For example, just recently, an orangutan at a zoo in Indonesia was seen sporting sunglasses dropped into its enclosure by one visitor. And that’s just one funny story of many about monkeys and apes monkeying around big time!

An Inspiring Collection of Moments in the Lives of Animals

The Shar-Pei and the tiger cub The boy and his pet bear The two luckiest people in the world The leopard stuck in the water tank The Shark Whisperer The sun bear who can't take the heat The Cativist This terrifying interaction between a diver and an anaconda The orphaned dogs of the Philippines The orangutan

These Beautiful Animal Stories Will Touch Your Heart

[related_articles] Suryia, the orphaned orangutan, had lost the desire to live until a dog was brought to his shelter and they became best friends. Mila the Beluga whale made sure that this diver got back to the surface safely when her legs stiffened up during a diving competition. "You be good.

He Takes Intimate Photos of Wild Animals with Stunning Results

Great Horned Owl Kangaroo Chimpanzee Alligator Baboon Rhino Burrowing Owl Long Eared Owl Elephant Cheetah Golden Eagle White Tiger Siberian Tiger Raven Lion Spectacled Owl Eurasian Eagle Owl Mandrill Black Leopard Barn Owl Caracal Orangutan Mountain Lion (Puma) Zebra [related_articles] Western Screech

The Marvellous Photos of the Sony Competition Are Stunning

To see a larger version, click on the image “Orangutan in the Rain” by Andrew Suryono Taken in Bali, Indonesia – Andrew says that he saw the Orangutan pick up a banana leaf and use it as an umbrella. He knew it was a moment that couldn't be missed.

The Stunning Wildlife Photography Award Winners are Here!

Here are the winners, in all their glory: Click on images to enlarge Overall Winner – “Entwined Lives” Pictured is a Bornean orangutan, which is a critically-endangered species. It was spotted in the Gunung National Park - one of the few remaining orangutan strongholds in Indonesia.

Lifelike Animal Sculptures Made of Cardboard - Stunning!

He learned to create a wide range of wild animals, from wise orangutans to lions with big manes and even pangolins. He learned to repeat skin folds, fur, scales, and all textures and shapes imaginable in cardboard. Some of the sculptures are also finished off with a touch of paint.

15 Remarkable Winners of Past World Nature Photo Awards

Below, we share 15 winning images from the competition, including the Grand Prize winner - a photo by the Canadian photographer Thomas Vijayan of a Bornean orangutan climbing a tree. Note: to take a closer look at the details in each photo, simply click on the image to enlarge it.

Funny Comics: The Various Roles Animal Dads Play

Orangutan dads aren't impressed that easily 13. Now, that's one cool animal dad, isn't it? Related: 16 Parenthood Comics That’ll Make You Roll In the Aisles 14. Doting Zebra Shark dads All images source: Rob Lang Share these funny comics with your friends and family...