Provides information about orangutans through a look at Elok, a baby orangutan born at the Memphis Zoo, examining Elok's early life, his parents, and orangutan characteristics and behaviors; and discusses how zoos can help prevent orangutan extinction.
Discusses the habitat, physical characteristics, lifestyle, and feeding and mating habits of orangutans, with chapters on their history, legends, and life in the zoo.
Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of orangutans, as well as the threats they face and efforts to protect them. Includes glossary and suggestions for related activities.
An account of a young woman's experience in the jungles of Borneo, living with orangutans, researching their habits, and protecting them from poachers.
Fourteen-year-old Taylor, still dealing with the fact that she is a clone produced by the same company that funds the orangutan reserve which is her home on the island of Borneo, flees with her younger brother and Uncle, the reserve's mascot, when the reserve is attacked.
Jem is led on an adventurous journey to find the final resting place of Leonardo da Vinci after his scientist father turns himself into a nine-foot-tall orangutan.
