An Indonesian village's orangutan was found bound by locals, prompting relocation efforts to a safer habitat. However, a 2005-2022 study revealed many translocated orangutans face challenges adapting, often returning home after traveling significant distances. Nearly a third of orangutans moved may seek their original habitat, potentially leading to conflict and survival issues. The study raises questions regarding the effectiveness of current relocation practices, suggesting a pressing need for alternative conservation strategies that better account for the animals' attachment to their homes and social structures.
A new study highlights the unintended consequences of relocating orangutans, as many find their way back home, struggling to adapt after being moved from their habitats.
Relocating orangutans often leads to adverse outcomes, with nearly a third returning to their original capture locations, raising concerns about the efficacy of this conservation method.
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