Philadelphia Zoo welcomes baby Sumatran orangutan

It's the first birth of this species at the zoo in 15 years.
Friday, July 12, 2024
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The Philadelphia Zoo is going bananas for its newest animal.

The zoo announced the birth of a baby Sumatran orangutan.

It's the first birth of this species at the zoo in 15 years.

The three-week-old baby's gender and name have yet to be determined.

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The zoo says it is planning to have a big celebration next month and everyone is invited to join.



Sumatran orangutans are listed as critically endangered.
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