where are orangutans from

Orangutans are native to Southeast Asia, specifically the islands of Borneo and Sumatra. They live in Indonesia and Malaysia, and are found in forest habitats there.

Quick Scoop

• Where they’re from: Borneo and Sumatra in Southeast Asia

• Countries: Indonesia and Malaysia

• Meaning of the name: “Orangutan” comes from Malay and means “person/man of the forest”

If you want, I can also give you a super short kid-friendly version or a map- style explanation.