Orangutan That Gave Birth Makes Abrupt Move With Baby That Confuses Keepers
A group of zoologists at England's Jersey Zoo put all their resources into helping along with the next generation of one primate family. They planned endlessly. They used all the best technology. And in the end, the delivery still sprung one big surprise that they never saw coming.
Dana's Challenge
Dana the orangutan was under a lot of pressure. It's not like she had a job or mortgage to pay off, but the future of her entire species was at stake, and their chances weren't looking too great.
Closely Monitored
Of course, Dana herself didn't have to worry. She and a handful of other orangutans lived in England's Jersey Zoo. They had everything they needed there, thanks to the inspiring vision of one man.
Gerald's Passion
Naturalist Gerald Durrell founded the conservation center in 1959. Though he designed it to house well over one hundred species, he always had a soft spot for orangutans. It was clear how much was at stake.
Threatened Species
Sumatran orangutans like Dana once thrived, covering a large region of the Indonesian islands. Since the dawn of globalization, however, their fortunes had turned considerably. Some feared it was already too late to save them.
